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Essays on phenibut

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Jul 18, 2019SSC

Know Your Gabapentinoids

Scott Alexander compares three gabapentinoid drugs (gabapentin, pregabalin, and phenibut), exploring their effects, mechanisms, and the mysteries surrounding their differing efficacies despite chemical similarities.

15 min read 2,297 words

Mar 1, 2016SSC

2016 Nootropics Survey Results

Scott Alexander presents results from a survey of 850 people rating various nootropics, showing a range of perceived effectiveness and exploring addiction potential for some substances.

11 min read 1,606 words

Adderall addiction drug effectiveness