A nootropic and neuroprotective agent

Noopept is a novel proline-containing dipeptide with nootropic and cognition-enhancing activity. Rescues α-synuclein amyloid toxicity in cellular models. Stimulates the expression of NGF and BDNF in rat hippocampus. Improves viability of hippocampal HT-22 neurons in a glutamate toxicity model. Normalizes blood glucose level and tolerance to glucose load in a streptozotocin diabetic rat model of developing diabetes.