Meta Information

ID:phenylpiracetam

Name:Phenylpiracetam

Schema Version:1.5

Alternate Names

• Phenotropil
• Carphedon
• Fonturacetam

Intervention Type

therapeutic_agent

Expected Cost Mean

Low Cost:

20

High Cost:

50

Cost Type:

monthly

Description:

Cost for powder or capsules from online nootropic vendors; not prescribed.

Summary

Phenylpiracetam is a synthetic derivative of piracetam, developed in Russia for its potent nootropic and psychostimulatory effects. It is thought to modulate neurotransmitter systems like dopamine and acetylcholine, but its relevance to core aging pathways is speculative. While it may support acute cognitive performance, there is no evidence it extends healthspan or has long-term benefits for healthy individuals.

Purpose

A synthetic nootropic for acute cognitive and physical enhancement.

Card Summary

A synthetic nootropic developed for acute cognitive and physical enhancement, with speculative and unproven long-term healthspan benefits.

Drug Class

racetams

Drugs In Class

Empty Array

Impact

Score:

2.5

Justification:

Acute cognitive benefits with no proven long-term healthspan or longevity effects.

Evidence

Grade:

C

Score:

3

Justification:

Limited human trials, mostly Russian, for specific conditions, not healthy longevity.

Safety

Score:

7.2

Justification:

Banned by WADA; long-term safety is unknown; potential for significant side effects.

Flags

• Banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) as a performance-enhancing substance.
• Long-term safety profile in healthy humans is not established.
• Common side effects include insomnia, irritability, headache, and psychomotor agitation.
• Often sourced from unregulated vendors, raising concerns about purity and contaminants.
• Tolerance can develop quickly, encouraging cyclical rather than continuous use.

Verdict

An experimental nootropic with unproven healthspan benefits and notable safety concerns.

Created

2026-04-27T00:55:20.866951Z

Model

Gemini 3.1 Pro (High)

Delivery

Route:

oral

Scope:

• systemic

Indication

Focus:

healthspan

Description:

Phenylpiracetam is a synthetic derivative of piracetam, developed in Russia for its potent nootropic and psychostimulatory effects. It is thought to modulate neurotransmitter systems like dopamine and...

Typical Protocol

• Take 100-200mg as needed for acute cognitive tasks, often cycled to avoid tolerance.
• Avoid taking late in the day due to its potent stimulatory effects on wakefulness.