Memo Plus Gold
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Memo Plus Gold falls short.
Memo Plus Gold is the Philippines' best-known memory supplement — a single-ingredient Bacopa Monnieri extract (125mg per capsule) sold in pharmacies nationwide. At roughly USD $20/month at the label dose it is the most affordable option in our SEA coverage, and it is registered with the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA Philippines). It is not a multi-ingredient nootropic stack. Malaysia's National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) register lists 'Memo Plus Gold Capsule 125 mg' as MAL05092320T, held by OZE Marketing Sdn. Bhd. (QUEST3+ search, checked 2026-10-06); we have not verified a registration with Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM) in Indonesia. Best for budget-conscious Filipino buyers who specifically want clinically-studied Bacopa for memory rather than a full cognitive stack.
What it does
Memo Plus Gold is a Philippine food supplement containing a single active ingredient: 125mg of Bacopa Monnieri extract per capsule. It is one of the most widely recognised memory supplements in the Philippines, stocked by major pharmacy chains (Mercury Drug, Watsons, Southstar) and online marketplaces, and is registered with the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA Philippines). Unlike the multi-ingredient imported stacks elsewhere in this review, it is a focused, traditional single-herb product. Malaysia's National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) register lists 'Memo Plus Gold Capsule 125 mg' as MAL05092320T, held by OZE Marketing Sdn. Bhd. (QUEST3+ search, checked 2026-10-06). We have not verified a local product registration with the Thai FDA, the Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM) in Indonesia or the Vietnam Food Administration (VFA).
How it works
Bacopa Monnieri is the most extensively studied botanical for memory. Its active bacosides enhance synaptic communication by promoting dendritic branching and synaptic density, support repair of damaged neurons, and modulate the acetylcholine and serotonin systems involved in learning and recall. The label dose of two 125mg capsules daily (250mg/day) sits just below the 300mg/day used in most clinical trials. Because bacosides are fat-soluble, absorption improves significantly when the capsules are taken with a meal containing some fat.
What to expect
Bacopa is a slow-build, cumulative supplement — not an acute focus pill. Most of its measured benefits to memory and recall appear after 8-12 weeks of consistent daily use, so regularity matters far more than any single dose. A minority of users notice mild digestive upset or a brief 'Bacopa fog' in the first few weeks as the serotonin system adjusts; this typically resolves. A 30-capsule bottle lasts about 15 days at the label dose, so plan on roughly two bottles per month. Take with food for best absorption.
Hero ingredients
- Bacopa Monnieri250mg/day (2 × 125mg)
Who it's for
- Built on Bacopa Monnieri — the best-evidenced botanical for memory
- Very affordable (~$20/month)
- Registered with the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA Philippines)
Who should skip
- Single ingredient — not a complete nootropic stack
- Label dose (250mg/day) is just below the 300mg clinical dose
- Bacoside standardisation percentage is not disclosed on the label
Dosing audit
| Ingredient | Label | Clinical | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacopa Monnieri (extract; standardisation not stated) | 250mg/day (2 × 125mg) | 300mg | ✕ Under |
Ingredient quality
Number and quality of evidence-graded ingredients. Trademarked extracts and standardized actives raise this score.
Dosing vs. clinical evidence
How many ingredients meet their clinical-trial dose. Underdosing flagship actives is the biggest score deduction.
Formula transparency
Full disclosure of every ingredient at its exact dose. Proprietary blends are scored as opaque.
Value for money
Cost per month relative to per-serving clinical doses delivered. Cheaper products with underdoses score lower.
Brand trust
Brand reputation, third-party testing, refund track record, and Trustpilot signal across multiple years.
How the score is computed
Each pillar is weighted by editorial importance. Weights are constant across every brand we audit — they're not adjusted to favour any particular product.
- Ingredient quality25%
- Dosing vs. clinical evidence30%
- Formula transparency20%
- Value for money15%
- Brand trust10%
No Trustpilot profile
Megalab Pharma doesn't have an active Trustpilot listing — this is common for Amazon-only sellers, marketplace brands, and regional pharmacy chains.
The Trust pillar in our editorial score still applies and reflects brand reputation, third-party testing, and refund track record.
What the vendor’s site says
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Buying in Southeast Asia
- Status
- No halal certificate shown by the brand (checked 2026-10-07)HSA / NPRA / BPOM / FDA PH / Thai FDA
Registered with the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA Philippines) as a food supplement with no approved therapeutic claims (verification portal entry FR-4000008457622 for brand Memo Plus Gold, Davenben Enterprises Corp., valid to 15 October 2031, checked 2026-10-06). Malaysia's National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) register lists 'Memo Plus Gold Capsule 125 mg' as MAL05092320T, held by OZE Marketing Sdn. Bhd. (QUEST3+ search, checked 2026-10-06). Elsewhere it is imported under personal-use allowances; we have not verified a local product registration with the Thai FDA, the Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM) in Indonesia or the Vietnam Food Administration (VFA).
Philippine retail price: PHP 517.50 for a 30-capsule bottle (15 days at the label dose) at Southstar Drug (https://southstardrug.com.ph/products/memo-plus-gold-capsule-30s, checked 2026-09-28).
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Health disclaimer
Health supplements in Singapore are regulated by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA); in Malaysia by the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA); in Indonesia by the Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM); in the Philippines by FDA Philippines; in Thailand by FDA Thailand. Halal certification is required by law for supplements marketed to Indonesian consumers from 18 October 2026, regulated by the Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal (BPJPH); in Malaysia, products described as halal must be certified, with the Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) as the certifying body. We surface certification status per product where verifiable. This page is editorial, not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any supplement.