Description

INTRODUCTION

Phenibut is a nootropic supplement designed to simulate the naturally occurring inhibitory neurotransmitter γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that acts on the central nervous system. It is sold as a psychotropic with a positive effect on mental ability and improved neurological functioning. The anxiety-reducing effectiveness of Phenibut is widely accepted. Once anxiety is addressed and improved, natural sleep patterns and enhanced cognitive processes often follow.

BENEFITS AND EFFECTS

Anxiety-reduction is the most commonly recognized benefit of Phenibut and was documented by Izyaslav Lapin. Anxiety may be caused by the brain focusing on and overworking unimportant details. Turning off this distracting neuron processing may free the person to process a broader, more productive range of stimuli.

Reduces Social Anxiety

This anxiolytic effect can lead to more rewarding social interactions. There is some limited research supporting enhanced cognitive processing following Phenibut consumption, but the primary and supported benefit is anxiolytic.

Restores Healthy Sleep Patterns

People living through depression, anxiety, stressful life events, and hormonal changes, like menopause, often report deteriorating sleep quality. Some have been unsuccessful using Melatonin and are unwilling to use pharmaceutical sleep aids. The lack of quality sleep can create an unbroken cycle of impaired cognitive processing, leading to more anxiety, and resulting in even more lost sleep. Phenibut used as an ataractic supplement or sedative can restore helpful, natural sleep patterns, duration, and quality.

‘HOW IT WORKS

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a naturally occurring brain inhibitory neurotransmitter. The blood-brain barrier makes taking supplements of GABA ineffective, but Phenibut can cross the barrier because it has an additional Phenyl group molecule or ring. Once in the brain, it slows down the neuronal process. GABA opens up channels in the neurons, decreases the function of other neurotransmitters, and reduces collective anxiety in the neuron. It is not exactly clear if Phenibut binds to the GABA receptor or not. Studies have shown that it does and others that it might but only in high concentrations. Lapin’s study also found that Phenibut increases levels of the body’s dopamine. Dopamine is a well-known, often-studied neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that has been shown to regulate emotion and promote motivation and happiness. It is believed that dopamine depletion leads to Parkinson’s disease.

RESEARCH DOSAGE

Phenibut is a powerful compound that is best started at a low dosage with careful monitoring. While the exact ideal Phenibut dosage is not known and can vary from person to person, many users report that that 250 mg daily helps them to operate at their optimal level. Others have needed slowly to increase ingestion, gradually reaching levels closer to the 1000 mg daily target. Phenibut lasts up to 24 hours in the human body, so once a dose is ingested, it is best to wait for the supplement to be fully assimilated before further dosing.

SIDE EFFECTS

Whenever a new food, supplement, or medication is introduced, the best source of criticism is the human body itself. Any person deciding to take supplements of Phenibut should start with a low dose and be tuned into the feedback provided by his or her body.

In addition to the “drunkenness” feeling that overdosing can produce, other side effects may include lightheadedness and dizziness. Other users have reported fatigue, nausea, and stomach discomfort following ingestion of Phenibut. Furthermore, individuals on epilepsy medication or MAO inhibitors should consult with their doctor before taking Phenibut.

Alcohol should be avoided when taking Phenibut due to synergistic effects.

Phenibut should not be supplemented daily. It has the potential to be addictive, especially when taken excessively. If taken regularly, tolerance will also be developed reducing its efficacy. Limiting usage, as others have, to a couple of times each week will minimize the possibility of addiction and tolerance.

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