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by FreakLegion 3594 days ago
You're assuming nootropics consumers follow the same patterns as consumers generally, which, given the nature of the product, I suspect is not the case.

In theory you're trying to sell to someone like me. I use several nootropics regularly (Noopept, modafinil, sulbutiamine, melatonin, lemon balm, caffeine+L), and have in the past tried many others.

If you had a small markup, sure, I'd consider you. But you're selling 1.8 grams of Noopept for $29 when Powder City has 25 grams for $27.35 (caps vs. powder doesn't remotely justify this). Sorry, ain't happening.

Side note:

> value in having a place where you can comfortably send your friends without worrying that they'll buy something dangerous without knowing how it works...

There seems to be a fair bit of inaccurate information and bad advice, actually. I saw some posted on reddit, and when looking at the Noopept page on your site also noticed the guideline of 30mg up to three times per day, which is quite high.

Who at your company is qualified to explain product chemistry or make dosage recommendations?