Piracetam (Pirasetam)
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Formula | C6H10N2O2 |
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IUPAC ID | 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide |
Molar mass | 142. 156 g/mol |
CAS ID | 7491-74-9 |
Melting point | 152 °C (306 °F) |
Elimination half-life | 4–5 hr |
ATC code | N06BX03 (WHO) |
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ID | 2951165 |
About Piracetam (Pirasetam)
Piracetam is a drug marketed as a treatment for myoclonus and a cognitive enhancer. Evidence to support its use is unclear, with some studies showing modest benefits in specific populations and others showing minimal or no benefit. Piracetam is sold as a medication in many European countries.