Noopept vs ANP (Atrial Natriuretic Peptide)
A detailed comparison to help you understand the differences and choose the right peptide for your research goals.
Noopept
Noopept (N-phenylacetyl-L-prolylglycine ethyl ester) is a peptide-derived nootropic developed in Russia. While technically a dipeptide prodrug rather than a true peptide, it's often discussed alongside peptide nootropics.
Full details →ANP (Atrial Natriuretic Peptide)
ANP is a cardiac hormone released by atrial myocytes in response to stretch. It promotes natriuresis, diuresis, and vasodilation, playing key roles in blood pressure and fluid regulation.
Full details →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | Noopept | ANP (Atrial Natriuretic Peptide) |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | Metabolized to cycloprolylglycine which modulates AMPA and NMDA receptors, increases NGF and BDNF expression, and provides neuroprotective effects through antioxidant mechanisms. | Binds to natriuretic peptide receptors (NPR-A) to activate guanylyl cyclase, producing cGMP. This leads to vasodilation, increased kidney filtration, and inhibition of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. |
| Typical Dosage | Oral: 10-30mg daily, typically divided into 2-3 doses. Sublingual use may enhance absorption. Some users go higher but effects may plateau. | Clinical use: Carperitide (recombinant ANP) used in Japan for acute heart failure at 0.1mcg/kg/min IV infusion. |
| Administration | Oral or sublingual administration. Unlike most peptides, it's orally bioavailable. Can be taken with or without food. | Intravenous infusion only for clinical applications. Short half-life (~2 minutes) requires continuous administration. |
| Side Effects | Headache (often from choline depletion), irritability, insomnia if taken late, and occasional brain fog during initial use. | Hypotension (dose-limiting), headache, nausea, and potential arrhythmias at high doses. |
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