Molecular structure of Piracetam, CAS Number: 7491-74-9
Piracetam (CAS 7491-74-9)
Application:
Piracetam is a modulator of neurotransmitter-induced ion flux
CAS Number:
7491-74-9
Purity:
98%
Molecular Weight:
142.16
Molecular Formula:
C6H10N2O2
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Piracetam is a compound that is widely used in cognitive and neuroscience research. It is often utilized as a tool to study the modulation of neurochemical pathways and to investigate its effects on memory, learning, and neuronal plasticity. Research involving Piracetam focuses on its influence on synaptic function and neurotransmitter systems, particularly acetylcholine. Additionally, Piracetam is of interest in the study of cell membrane fluidity and the role this plays in the functioning of membrane-bound proteins and ion channels. The compound′s effect on mitochondrial function and energy metabolism in the brain is also a subject of investigation.
Piracetam (CAS 7491-74-9) References
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Piracetam, 5 g | sc-204196 | 5 g | $40.00 | |||
Piracetam, 25 g | sc-204196A | 25 g | $68.00 |