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Are Nootropic Supplements Safe?
Posted on
Wed, 1 Jul 2015
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Wed, 1 Jul 2015
Answered on
Mon, 20 Jul 2015
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Question : Are Nootropics supplement good / safe to take
Brief Answer:
These supplements can cause some side effects
Detailed Answer:
Hi welcome to the HCM,
Dear, first of all I need to know if is there any memory problem or other symptom which bothers brain memory?
Nootropics can cause some side effects like headaches,Gastrointestinal disturbance,fatigue ,insomenia etc.
My suggestion would be to always take advice from your treating doctor before taking medicines. As these medicines could have some chemicals which can effect brain neurotransmitters .
Hopefully I answered your question.You can ask further anytime.
Regards,Dr.Maheshwari
These supplements can cause some side effects
Detailed Answer:
Hi welcome to the HCM,
Dear, first of all I need to know if is there any memory problem or other symptom which bothers brain memory?
Nootropics can cause some side effects like headaches,Gastrointestinal disturbance,fatigue ,insomenia etc.
My suggestion would be to always take advice from your treating doctor before taking medicines. As these medicines could have some chemicals which can effect brain neurotransmitters .
Hopefully I answered your question.You can ask further anytime.
Regards,Dr.Maheshwari
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