Question 1

What is Tianeptine?

Accepted Answer

Tianeptine is a drug (an antidepressant in some countries) and is not approved by FDA for any medical use in the United States. FDA states it is not a lawful dietary ingredient and has warned consumers about serious risks, including overdoses and deaths, from tianeptine products marketed as supplements or ‘nootropics.’

Question 2

What are the common uses of Tianeptine?

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Tianeptine is commonly used for Illegally marketed for mood, anxiety, pain, ‘nootropic’ effects (unapproved and dangerous).

Question 3

How does Tianeptine work?

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Pharmacologic effects include opioid receptor activity and other neurochemical effects; high-dose use can produce opioid-like effects and dependence, with significant risk of overdose and severe withdrawal.

Question 4

Are there any warnings or precautions for Tianeptine?

Accepted Answer

FDA warns: do not purchase or use any tianeptine product due to serious risks (including overdose and death). Risk of dependence, severe withdrawal, and life-threatening toxicity is documented; avoid entirely.

Question 5

Is Tianeptine FDA approved?

Accepted Answer

FDA: not approved for any medical use in the U.S., not generally recognized as safe for food, and does not meet the definition of a dietary ingredient; products are unlawful/adulterated.

Question 6

Where can I buy Tianeptine?

Accepted Answer

Despite being unlawful, products have been sold online and in retail settings; use is strongly discouraged.

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