Phenylpiracetam is a Russian-developed phenyl derivative of piracetam with a dramatically higher potency and stimulant profile. Approved in Russia as Phenotropil/Carphedon for cognitive impairment and stroke recovery.
Overview
At A Glance
Phenylpiracetam's phenyl group addition dramatically increases lipophilicity and blood-brain barrier penetration compared to piracetam. It upregulates dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin receptor density — rather than triggering release — explaining the tolerance-free stimula…
Overview
Phenylpiracetam is a Russian-developed phenyl derivative of piracetam with a dramatically higher potency and stimulant profile. Approved in Russia as Phenotropil/Carphedon for cognitive impairment and stroke recovery. Banned by WADA as a performance-improving drug due to its stimulant effects, significantly improving physical endurance in addition to cognition. One of the most potent and sought-after racetam family members.
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Chemical Information
IUPAC Name
(RS)-2-(2-oxo-4-phenylpyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide
CAS Number
77472-70-9
Molecular Formula
C12H14N2O2
Molecular Mass
218.25 g/mol
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Contraindications
Hypertension. History of seizures. Anxiety disorders. Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Phenylpiracetam Aerosol Spray | nasal | spray● In Stock | $84.99BEST | — | — |
Tracking since Sep 5, 2026 · 1 data point
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Related Compounds
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Aniracetam
NootropicsApproved (Italy)Aniracetam is a pyrrolidinone in the racetam family, developed by Hoffmann-La Roche under the code Ro 13-5057.
Bemethyl (bemitil)
NootropicsApproved (Russia)Bemethyl, known in the Russian literature as bemitil and sold in the region under names including Metaprot, Bemactor and Antihot, is 2-ethylthiobenzimidazole, normally handled as the hydrobromide salt.
Bromantane
NootropicsRussia ApprovedBromantane is an atypical psychostimulant and anxiolytic developed in the 1980s at the Zakusov Institute of Pharmacology of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, originally created as an adaptogen for Soviet military and elite athletic use and later approved in Russia for the treatment of neurasthenic and asthenic disorders under the trade name Ladasten.
Cyclazodone
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Dihexa
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1 PubMed result
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Data Completeness
88%Research Volume
Limited research available
Quick Facts
Molecular Weight
218.25 g/mol
CAS Number
77472-70-9
Trial Phase
Russia Approved
Safety Profile
Low RiskCommon Side Effects
- • Insomnia if dosed afternoon or later
- • Irritability at high doses
- • Headache (without choline)
- • Rapid tolerance (2–3 use window)
Stop Use If
- Anxiety disorders — can exacerbate
- Hypertension
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This information is for educational and research purposes only. Not intended as medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phenylpiracetam used for in research?
Phenylpiracetam is a Russian-developed phenyl derivative of piracetam with a dramatically higher potency and stimulant profile. Approved in Russia as Phenotropil/Carphedon for cognitive impairment and stroke recovery. Banned by WADA as a performance-improving drug due to its stimulant effects, significantly improving physical endurance in addition to cognition. One of the most potent and sought-after racetam family members.
What forms does Phenylpiracetam come in?
Phenylpiracetam is available in nasal form.
How much does Phenylpiracetam cost?
Prices start at $84.99 across 1 vendor.
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Related Compounds
View All9-Me-BC (9-Methyl-β-carboline)
NootropicsPreclinical9-Methyl--carboline (9-Me-BC) is a synthetic -carboline alkaloid that has drawn nootropic-community interest for a preclinical property that is genuinely unusual among -carbolines: in rodent and cell-culture studies it appears to stimulate the dopaminergic phenotype - raising tyrosine hydroxylase, the number of differentiated dopamine neurons and dopamine content - while also showing neuroprotective, neurorestorative and anti-inflammatory effects, plus in-vitro MAO-A/MAO-B inhibition [PMID:17913302, PMID:20374418, PMID:32285253].
Aniracetam
NootropicsApproved (Italy)Aniracetam is a pyrrolidinone in the racetam family, developed by Hoffmann-La Roche under the code Ro 13-5057.
Bemethyl (bemitil)
NootropicsApproved (Russia)Bemethyl, known in the Russian literature as bemitil and sold in the region under names including Metaprot, Bemactor and Antihot, is 2-ethylthiobenzimidazole, normally handled as the hydrobromide salt.
Bromantane
NootropicsRussia ApprovedBromantane is an atypical psychostimulant and anxiolytic developed in the 1980s at the Zakusov Institute of Pharmacology of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, originally created as an adaptogen for Soviet military and elite athletic use and later approved in Russia for the treatment of neurasthenic and asthenic disorders under the trade name Ladasten.
Cyclazodone
NootropicsPreclinicalCyclazodone is the N-cyclopropyl derivative of pemoline, a 4-oxazolidinone stimulant.
Dihexa
NootropicsPreclinicalDihexa is a synthetic peptide analogue of the angiotensin IV metabolite LVV-hemorphin-7, developed at Washington State University.
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