Piracetam - Piracetam

Piracetam

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CAS: 7491-74-9

MF: C6H10N2O2

MW: 142.16

EINECS: 231-312-7

Chemical Properties White Solid, mp 151-152,5 C,

Usage Nootropic.

Biological Activity Nootropic that displays cognitive enhancing properties. Proposed to enhance neurotransmission via modulation of ion flux; potentiates Na + influx through AMPA receptors. Facilitates efficiency of cholinergic neurotransmission at muscarinic receptors.