Life Extension
Huperzine A 200 mcg
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Looks good our read
The dose here lands inside the range studies actually used.
Dose At dose vs. studied dose
How to takeRead the entire label and follow the directions carefully prior to use. DIRECTIONS: Take one (1) to two (2) capsules once or twice daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
Quality
How it scores
Dose check
Is it dosed to do anything?
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Huperzine A
At the studied dose400 mcg / day studies used 200-500 mcg · 7 studies
The label
What's in it
Serving size 1-2 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
IngredientAmount%DV
- Huperzine A as Toothed Clubmoss extract 200 mcg -
Other ingredients
Clean formula. The inactive ingredients are standard capsule components.
- Microcrystalline Cellulose: bulking agent
- Vegetable Cellulose
- Maltodextrin: cheap filler; ok in probiotics
- Ascorbyl Palmitate: antioxidant; benign
- Silica: flow agent; inert but filler
- Medium Chain Triglycerides
Reported interactions
- Side effects:
- Insomnia ·Nausea
From research databases. Not medical advice — talk to your physician.
The brand
Life Extension
90/100Life Extension's quality posture is strong on testing and transparency, but a 2017 FDA warning letter limits a full trust endorsement.
Quality 91
Formulation 94
Safety 79
Transparency 84
Value 96
- ✓ NSF certified
- ✓ Third-party tested
- ✓ Effective dosing
- ✓ Premium ingredients
- ✓ Research-backed
