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Phenotropil: analogues

05.11.2019 18:23

Fig 1. - Phenotropil USA from the manufacturer SNS Smart Powders

Author: Neurologist Oleg Olegovich Torsky

Phenotropil is considered to be the most popular drug from the group of nootropics, developed by leading pharmaceutical workers. Due to its main active components, the process of blood supply to the brain improves, and the level of concentration and thinking also increases.

The drug Phenotropil is prescribed to people experiencing strong emotional stress, the consequences of which are fatigue, drowsiness, and mental stress.

What to replace it with?

Unfortunately, the nootropic drug Carphedon (phenotropil) has not been produced since 2017. As a result, the question arose among consumers about whether there was a replacement for it. This is due to the fact that many people who have been using this drug for a long period of time have already decided on the required dosage, course of treatment, and breaks. That is why it will be quite difficult for them to get used to another drug, which is a derivative of phenylpiracetam.

Among the analogues of Phenylpiracetam, the following should be highlighted:

1. "Braviton" is available exclusively by prescription in the form of tablets. Helps improve blood circulation, reduce platelet aggregation, provide reliable brain protection during hypoxia;
2. Vinpocetine improves memory and increases concentration. Indications for use include: traumatic brain injury, encephalopathy, senile dementia;
3. "Escotropil" - produced on the basis of piracetam, is aimed at stimulating cognitive processes. The effect on the central nervous system is to change the speed of impulses to the brain, stimulating the metabolic process of nerve cells.

Such drugs belong to the group of psychostimulant drugs. By the way, many people are misled by such names as Phenylpiracetam, Carphedon. It is worth noting that these are just synonyms for modified piracetam.

Noopept

Manufacturer: PHARMSTANDARD (Russia)
Release form: tablets

Active ingredient: noopept

Noopept belongs to the group of nootropic drugs. The action of the medication is aimed at restoring memory, improving the ability to learn and analyze as a result of injury, stroke, toxic brain damage (alcohol).

This analogue of Phenotropil has a positive effect on the autonomic nervous system, eliminating headaches, tachycardia, and orthostatic disorders (severe dizziness that occurs when changing body position). Treatment with the drug does not cause changes in blood counts.

By composition and action

Phenotropil is a drug classified as a mental stimulant. It is worth noting that due to its pronounced stimulating effect, the drug is prohibited for use among athletes before upcoming competitions, since it is considered a type of doping. The main component is the active substance of the same name in an amount of 100 milligrams, which acts as a new generation stimulant, the main task of which is to increase brain activity. In addition to nootropic, it also has the following types of effects:

• anti-anxiety;
• antiamnestic;
• antiepileptic;
• antiasthenic;
• neuromodulatory.

However, the most pronounced effect of Phenotropil is considered to be an improvement in the quality of memory, the learning process, and concentration. By regulating biological rhythms in the brain, increasing the content of aminobutyric acid, dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, the drug helps optimize well-being and improve mood. It is worth noting that the release of the drug ceased in 2021, people are looking for its analogues.

Among the wide variety of nootropic agents that have the same composition as Phenotropil, the following should be highlighted:

• "Entrop";
• "Nootropil" (infusion solution);
• "Slim Stories Prof."
• "Kombitropil";
• "Phenylpiracetam";
• "NooCam."

As for the action, it is worth noting the following analogues of Phenylpiracetam:

• "Ginkgo biloba";
• "Korsavin Forte";
• "Cavinton solution";
• "Picamilon";
• "Aminalon";
• "Glycine";
• "Phenibut";
• "Bilobil Forte";
• "Ginkum".

Russian-made tablets similar in action

The pharmacological market offers similar Phenotropil products produced by domestic pharmaceutical companies. These medications are several times cheaper than Phenotropil, but no less effective.

Combitropil

Combitropil is a combined medication based on piracetam and cinnarizine, which has antihypoxic, vasodilating and nootropic effects. The drug increases blood flow in the cerebral arteries. The combined drug is less toxic than using all its components separately.

The drug is used in the treatment of the following neurological disorders:

• atherosclerosis of the cerebral arteries;
• ischemic stroke;
• brain injury;
• encephalopathy of various etiologies;
• coma after brain injury or intoxication of the body;
• decreased intellectual and mental abilities;
• vestibular disorders and Meniere's disease;
• depression and apathy;
• migraine;
• retardation in the physical and intellectual development of children.

It is prohibited to use the medication for these reasons:

• liver and kidney failure;
• allergy to medication components;
• parkinsonism;
• moment of lactation and pregnancy;
• the child's age is less than 5 years.

Capsules are taken 1-2 pieces for 30-90 days three times a day. For children over 5 years of age, the dosage is reduced by half (1 capsule). The frequency of reception procedures is 2-3 per day. The duration of taking capsules in children is up to 90 days. 2-3 therapeutic courses can be carried out per year.

Negative reactions:

• headache and dizziness;
• nervousness and irritability;
• sleep rhythm disturbance;
• tremor of the limbs;
• dyspepsia;
• skin allergic reactions.

Ginkgo biloba

The drug is produced in tablets and also in capsules and is a herbal medicine based on an extract of ginkgo biloba leaves. The herbal medicine is prescribed as part of a combination treatment for the following abnormalities in the functioning of the nervous system and psyche:

• encephalopathy of discircular type;
• stroke and cerebral ischemia;
• head injury;
• deterioration of cognitive properties - intelligence, memory;
• disturbance of sleep time and quality;
• fears that have no valid reasons;
• Alzheimer's disease and dementia;
• asthenic condition of various origins;
• disturbance of blood flow in the periphery;
• vestibular abnormalities – tinnitus, severe dizziness;
• retinopathy of diabetic and atherosclerotic etiology;
• hypoacusis.

It is not recommended to take the herbal medicine in the following cases:

• epilepsy;
• hypersensitivity to plant components;
• childhood;
• on the eve of surgical treatment.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding a newborn, the herbal medicine can be taken, but only in strictly prescribed dosages.

You need to take the medicine while eating or immediately after eating (2 capsules per day). The duration of the therapeutic course can be up to 90 days. The course can be repeated 2 months after the end of therapy.

Side effects:

• disruption of the digestive organs;
• dermatological allergy.

Korsavin Forte

Korsavin Forte is a Russian nootropic drug with the active ingredient vinpocetine. The medication is available in tablets. The main indications for use are the following neurological pathologies:

• vertebrobasilar insufficiency;
• dementia of vascular etiology;
• post-traumatic encephalopathy;
• sclerosis of cerebral vessels;
• encephalopathy of hypertensive etiology;
• pathologies of the retina and intraocular pressure;
• Meniere's pathology and disruption of the auditory organ.

It is prohibited to prescribe the Russian substitute Phenotropil for:

• severe degree of development of coronary artery disease;
• hemorrhagic stroke;
• cardiac arrhythmia;
• lactose intolerance;
• allergies to the medicinal composition.

Also, the drug is not prescribed to minors, as well as to pregnant women and during breastfeeding.

Korsavin should be taken immediately after meals. The initial dosage is 15 mg per day, exceeding the maximum allowable dosage of 30 mg. Maintenance therapy – 5-10 mg per day. Duration of taking tablets is up to 3 months.

The drug causes a minimum of side effects, which are expressed in dermatological reactions - rash, redness of the skin and itching.

According to active substance

It is worth noting that the main active ingredient of the medicinal nootropic drug is Phenotropil. Among the main analogues of the drug, which have similar components in their composition, the following should be highlighted:

• "Vinpotsetin";
• Acefen;
• "Kavinton"
• "Lutsetam";
• "Vinpotropil";
• "Pirates"
• "Tserakson."

The attending physician, when choosing a phenotropil substitute, must take into account not only the pharmaceutical properties, active substance, indications and contraindications, but also the general health of the patient. The tendency to an allergic reaction, side effects, etc. is also taken into account.

For memory and performance

Phenotropil is famous for the fact that it has a positive effect on brain cells, thereby stimulating its blood supply. This, in turn, increases concentration, improves memory and significantly increases performance.

Since the drug was discontinued back in 2021, people are constantly looking for suitable substitutes. Among the most popular phenotropil analogues, it is worth noting the following:

• "Nootropil"
• "Biotredin";
• "Calcium hopantenate";
• "Neurobutal";
• "Glycine" and others.

All of the above phenylpiracetam analogues act as the best nootropic mental simulators. They are taken to optimize the processes of blood supply to the brain, improve cognitive functions, that is, for vigor and energy. After a person has taken a specific dose of Phenotropil, his endurance increases under strong emotional stress, tension, and frequent mood swings.

Nootropil Novo

Manufacturer: Obninsk Chemical and Pharmaceutical Company (Russia)
Release form: tablets

Active ingredient: phenylpiracetam

Nootropil Novo is a complete analogue of Phenotropil and is classified as a nootropic. The active substance and mechanism of action of the drugs are the same. The difference between the medications lies in the additional ingredients included in both products.

Nootropil Novo is an analogue of Phenotropil in action, stimulates mental activity, increases concentration, and facilitates the assimilation of educational material. The medication has a psychostimulating effect and increases resistance to stressful situations. A positive result from using the analogue is observed after the start of taking the drug.

For weight loss

When no methods help to lose weight, including exercise and a balanced diet, women decide to opt for medical weight loss. The drugs include Phenotropil.

Since it has long been discontinued, many are starting to look for substitutes for weight loss. Among them it is worth highlighting such analogues as:

• "Pantogam";
• "Cerebrolysin";
• "Encephabol";
• "Neurodar".

All of the above analogues of phenotropil have properties that accelerate metabolic processes. Experts have found that these drugs eliminate all the symptoms that accompany the feeling of hunger, including:

• increased fatigue and irritability;
• loss of energy;
• significant decrease in performance.

Where did it go and what to replace it with?

Two years ago, phenotropil disappeared from pharmacies. For some time it was still possible to purchase the remains of the drug from the warehouse. It turned out that the medicine was discontinued and is no longer produced.

This nootropic was very popular, so for many consumers the question arose: is it possible to replace it and what analogues of phenotropil exist?

If we talk about the patented active ingredient phenotropil, then, unfortunately, it has no analogues.

As an alternative, you can use other nootropic drugs that have an activating effect on memory, learning, intoxication and resistance to brain hypoxia. Here are some of them:

• Vinpocetine;
• Piracetam;
• Glycine;
• Nootropil;
• Phenibut;
• Phenylpiracetam.

The active substance vinpocetine stimulates blood circulation. Promotes concentration, improves memory, especially during stress and fatigue. Therefore, it is prescribed for vascular atherosclerosis, encephalopathy, dementia, and traumatic brain injuries. Based on vinpocetine, you can take Bravinton, which also protects brain cells during hypoxia.

Among the effective analogues, Escotropil, which is based on piracetam, should be noted. It is used to treat Alzheimer's disease and for cerebral circulatory disorders, speech and other psychoorganic disorders in older people.

To choose the right analogue, consult a specialist.

In tablets

Phenotropil is a drug from the nootropic group, which is aimed at improving blood supply to the brain and optimizing cognitive functions. The drug is available exclusively in cylindrical tablets in white color. The active substance is a chemical compound called phenyloxopyrrolidinylacetamide (synonymous with the word Phenotropil), the amount of which can vary from 50 to 100 milligrams.

The main substance of the drug Cordafen is quickly absorbed into the gastrointestinal tract. The maximum concentration in blood plasma is observed one hour after administration. Inside, the phenylpiracetam component is not transformed and does not create individual metabolites. The drug is eliminated through the kidneys and intestines. The half-life is about four hours.

What it is?

Phenotropil is a nootropic that has a positive effect on the work and functions of the brain. In neurology, this drug is used to treat diseases of the central nervous system. Healthy people use phenotropil to support body tone in stressful situations or during periods of increased stress.

The drug helps with:

• lethargy, decreased psychomotor activity;
• deterioration of memory and attentiveness;
• mild and moderate forms of depression;
• convulsive states;
• apathy in schizophrenia;
• nutritional obesity;
• chronic alcoholism.

The medicine is effective as a prevention of hypoxia, as well as a good regulator of daily biorhythms and sleep-wake cycles.

Imported

Today, there are a large number of imported drugs that act as analogues of phenotropil. Among them are:

• "Piracetam";
• "Acefen";
• "Cogitum";
• "Vinpotropil";
• "Bravinton".

The above analogues have the same properties as the domestic drug called Phenotropil. The only disadvantage of medicines produced by a foreign manufacturer is the high cost of the drug.

The best

Sometimes there is a need to replace Phenotropil with a more effective option. Today, this is due to the fact that this drug is simply not available on the pharmacy window. Among the most powerful drugs that are analogues of phenotropil, it should be noted:

• "Cavinton";
• "Nootropil";
• "Lutsetam" and others.

It is worth noting that even the best analogue cannot completely replace the original medicine, since the main component can be supplemented with several additional substances.