Erowid Piracetam (Nootropyl) Vault

piracetam

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Piracetam

COMMON & BRAND NAMES

Nootropyl; Nootropil

EFFECTS CLASSIFICATION

Cognitive Enhancement; Memory; Learning

CHEMICAL NAME

2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide

DESCRIPTION

Piracetam is considered the first smart drug and is still one of the most popular. It is said to increase cognitive functions including memory and learning.