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Gamers' secret weapon? paraxanthine may sharpen focus and performance

NCT ID NCT07533045

Symptom relief Sponsor: Lindenwood University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether taking paraxanthine, a natural compound similar to caffeine, daily for 6 weeks could improve gaming performance, focus, and sleep in 60 healthy adults who were new to gaming. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either paraxanthine or a placebo, and their gaming scores, cognitive tests, mood, and heart rate were measured. The goal was to see if this supplement could give gamers an edge without the downsides of coffee.

What this could mean

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Active substance
paraxanthine (a dietary supplement similar to caffeine)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a safe supplement to boost focus and gaming performance without the jitters of caffeine.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial in beginner gamers, so results may not apply to experienced players. Paraxanthine may cause side effects like caffeine, such as anxiety or sleep issues.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2021

Finished

Apr 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 - 40 years of age * Self-reported to be beginners to gaming or have no experience at all * Body Mass Index between 18.5 - 29.9 kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * Outside of age range * Is considered a gamer * Body mass index is outside of posted inclusion range * Noncompliance with protocol * Women who are currently pregnant or are actively planning to become pregnant

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Cognitive function Gaming performance

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Lindenwood University Exercise and Performance Nutrition Laboratory

    Saint Charles, Missouri, 63301, United States

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