Side effects and watch-outs
- Mild anxiety or overstimulation at high doses
- Insomnia if taken too late
- Headache
- Mild nasal irritation
- Rare: cortisol elevation
- Receptor downregulation with chronic daily use — consider cycling
Peptide / Cognitive
Semax
ACTH(4-7) heptapeptide analog developed in Russia. Boosts BDNF and NGF, improves focus, memory, attention. Clinically used in Russia for stroke recovery and cognitive enhancement. Intranasal delivery is highly bioavailable.
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