Oxiracetam

Description

One of oxiracetam’s effects on mental performance include better memory. Studies on both animals and humans show improvement in creating memories, as well as retaining them over time. Oxiracetam can quicken the time it takes to recall a memory in the general population, as well as cognitive decline associated with aging. An added benefit of this is better verbal fluency, which means there is an increase in the speed at which one speaks.
 
Because memory is an important part of the learning process, oxiracetam can have a direct effect on improving one’s ability to learn new material. The combination of enhanced memory and improved concentration can lead to a drastic improvement in an individual’s learning ability and capacity. Oxiracetam has been shown to allow steady attentiveness on longer periods of time, helping in learning activities and studying.
 
Oxiracetam has a prominent effect on energy as a result of being a slight stimulant. Stimulants increase the activity of the central nervous system, waking up the mind and body. Animal studies show that oxiracetam can keep the body alert and prevent sleepiness or fatigue. It also increases the flow of blood to the brain, improving cognitive performance and mood.
 
Because of its mechanism of triggering the neurotransmitter GABA, it can have a positive effect on mood. Stress and anxiety decreases, and energy is associated with more motivation. Furthermore, oxiracetam links the hippocampus with the rest of the brain through strengthened communication pathways. The hippocampus is responsible for emotion, which is why oxiracetam is correlated with increased levels of positive mood and emotional stability. Oxiracetam has a certain neuroprotective quality that maintains cognitive functioning.  In studies performed on rats, oxiracetam prevented harm from neurotoxins that damage memory.