Emoxypine

Other names Emoxypine Succinate, Mexidol

Emoxypine is a man-made antioxidant with a similar chemical structure to that of vitamin B6. It is used by some as a cognitive enhancer to increase focus and reduce nervousness, but it is primarily used to improve and stabilize mood. But is this nootropic actually safe and effective? Read on to find out what the science says.

This nootropic has no healthy human placebo-controlled studies that meet our inclusion criteria. Negative side effects can occur if used carelessly, so make sure you’re aware of the risks of Emoxypine.

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Benefits

Read about the effects of Emoxypine in relation to the amount of evidence we've found

Can emoxypine improve your memory?

No studies have examined the effects of emoxypine on memory in healthy humans.

For anecdotal reports written by people who have used emoxypine, see the FAQ's below.

In animal studies, emoxypine restored memory performance when impaired by several different factors, such as sleep deprivation or chemical (scopolamine) insults [2].

It appears that it:

"... exerts the positive recovery action on the disturbed cognitive functions and neurological deficits emerging during the natural aging ..." [3]

Similarly to many other nootropics, emoxypine research is at an early stage with good results in animal models but no studies on its effects in healthy humans.

The evidence that exists on the effects of emoxypine is encouraging, but of low quality and relevance to healthy humans looking to improve memory functioning.

Can emoxypine reduce nervousness?

No studies have examined the effects of emoxypine on nervousness in healthy humans.

In a review of animal studies on emoxypine, it was concluded that emoxypine had strong positive effects on levels of nervousness without sedative or memory-impairing side effects [4].

A lot more research is needed before it can be known for sure what the effects of emoxypine in healthy humans are.

Why do people use emoxypine?

People who self-experiment with emoxypine often state they use it to improve their:

There is a lack of solid scientific evidence for the effectiveness of emoxypine for any of these purposes, especially in healthy humans.

Should you use emoxypine?

One thing that is certain about the effects of emoxypine is that we know relatively little about them. There is a lack of high-quality research, especially in healthy humans.

Because of the lack of research on emoxypine, we never recommend that people use it.

If you have already decided to use it, here are some guidelines to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.

Risks

The legality and side effects of Emoxypine

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Emoxypine

How does it feel when you take emoxypine?

The following qualitative user experience reports and reviews are included to give you an understanding of what the experience of taking emoxypine is like.

Anecdotal emoxypine experience reports and reviews from Reddit

One user reported the following:

"I've been using it for a long time. It's subtle, but it's almost all upside with very little downside, which is exactly what a nootropic is supposed to be." [11]

Another redditor said it was "fantastic" for him:

"The anxiolytic qualities are great, and the lack of impairment and complete absence of hangovers after an evening of alcoholic drinks is equally useful." [12]

Another person said emoxypine had no noticeable effects in their experience [13].

And one person said the following about the effects of 250mg emoxypine:

"I am a little more sociable, in better mood and with higher libido. It only lasts a day and only with that dose." [14]

Finally, this redditor reported negative effects on their mood:

"I used it for maybe 3 months with a friend and in the beginning It was incredible for creating a calm, clear headspace with enhanced cognition and emotionality. My friend stopped taking it after two weeks saying it made him feel “off” but unfortunately I never gave much thought to it. However, I remember looking back at my journal when I hit the 3 month mark and realized that what I had assumed was just a random depressive spell all started with the week I began taking the emoxypine. When I cut it out, my apathy, lethargy, social anxiety, etc. etc. disappeared completely within days." [15]

How does emoxypine work?

Emoxypine likely exerts anti-oxidant effects in the central nervous system and modulates GABA, benzodiazepine, and acetylcholine receptors [16].

The psychopharmacological effects of emoxypine have not yet been fully discovered by researchers.

What is Mexidol?

Mexidol is a brand name for a specific emoxypine succinate product.

Is emoxypine a vitamin?

Emoxypine is a man-made synthetic compound, the chemical structure of which is similar to that of pyridoxine (vitamin B6) [17].

Will emoxypine get you high?

According to the author of a scientific paper on emoxypine, it appears that it won't get you "high".

"It has very few by-effects of traditional neuropsychotropic drugs: exercises no sedative, muscle relaxing, stimulating, euphorizing action and has no side effects of neuroprotective drugs. " [18]

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Studies

Studies conducted on the effects of Emoxypine in healthy humans

Last updated Saturday, June 10, 2023