Semax

What is common, what is less so, and what to do if something is out of the ordinary.

What most people notice

A small injection-site reaction that clears on its own in a day or two.

Mild nervousness can also appear, especially if the injection is given late in the day.

What can also happen

A mild headache.
Trouble falling asleep if the injection is done late.
Fatigue the day after a late injection.
A brief change in appetite.

To reduce these effects

Inject in the morning, never late in the day: this is what best limits nervousness and sleep problems.
Limit coffee and other stimulants on the same day.
Sleep and eat at regular times.
Change the injection site every time.
If nervousness appears, do not raise the dose, and talk to a healthcare professional before continuing.

When to talk to a professional

With this product, especially if you notice:

Marked anxiety or unusual agitation.
Insomnia that lasts several days.
A new symptom affecting vision, balance, or speech.

If a symptom is severe, lingers or worries you, stop the product and talk to a healthcare professional. An immediate reaction after the injection, such as trouble breathing or swelling of the face, needs medical care right away.

Specific to this product

It is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
If you live with a psychiatric condition or poorly controlled epilepsy, talk to your doctor first.
If you live with diabetes, a change in blood sugar has been reported: closer monitoring is useful.