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Racetam

Aniracetam

A fat-soluble racetam known for supporting memory, creativity, and mood.

Evidence gradeCross-checked · Moderate
B
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3.9/ 5 rating

KÖGN Health grades Aniracetam as B (Moderate evidence) and rates it 3.9 out of 5.

Last reviewed · June 2026

CategorySynthetic · Racetam
AvailabilityResearch

Primary effects

  • Improved memory
  • Enhanced creativity
  • Mood support
  • Increased focus

How it works

Modulates glutamate receptors and supports neurotransmission linked to memory and mood.

Overview

Aniracetam is distinct among racetams for its potential anxiolytic and mood-enhancing properties alongside cognitive benefits. It requires dietary fat for optimal absorption due to its fat-soluble nature. While evidence is promising, particularly in animal and smaller human studies, it is less robust compared to foundational nootropics. It is commonly used in stacks aimed at both cognitive performance and emotional balance.

The evidence

Aniracetam is a fat-soluble racetam studied mainly in older trials in dementia and cognitive impairment, with some signal on memory and mood. As with the rest of the class, independent evidence in healthy people is minimal, and systematic reviews of racetams do not support confident cognitive claims.

Safety & side effects

Reported as well tolerated in the available studies; independent long-term human data are limited.

Who should avoid it

An unapproved research compound in most countries, so quality and legality vary — not a sanctioned supplement. Avoid in pregnancy and discuss with a clinician. Evidence in healthy people is minimal.

References

Related ingredients

Graded entries that target the same cognitive goals.

Categories

Synthetic NootropicsMemory & LearningMood & Emotional RegulationFocus & AttentionGlutamatergics (Excitatory Signalling)Acute Performance NootropicsExperimental / Research CompoundsModerate Evidence

Draft — the dose, safety and evidence notes on this entry were prepared from the published literature and are pending editorial and clinical review.

Educational information, not medical advice. The evidence grade is KÖGN’s editorial assessment of published research, not a health claim. Speak to a qualified clinician before changing what you take.