Author

Rakesh Kumar1, Nancy Gupta2 and Ujla Minhas2

Abstract

Nootropics or smart drugs are compounds used as cognitive enhancers; known for their neuroprotective role. Bacopa monnieri was first chronicled in several ancient Ayurvedic texts. Scientific validation of ayurvedic herbs is important for their recognition and acceptance as standard drug. Several preclinical studies and few clinical studies have been conducted to validate the role of Bacopa monnieri as a nootropic drug. This review analyses the preclinical and clinical studies in order to validate its use as a drug for improving memory and learning. Furthermore, this review also tries to understand the mechanisms involved in enhancement of memory and learning.

Pages: 229-237

Doi Number 10.5958/2455-7218.2022.00028.6

Keywords Nootropic drugs, Bacopa monnieri, preclinical, clinical studies, clinical trials.