Pramiracetam
Synonyms: Amacetam; Vinpotropil;
Another Name: 1-Pyrrolidineacetamide,N-[2-(Diisopropylamino)ethyl]-2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide
CAS: 68497-62-1
Molecular Weight: 269.38
Molecular Formula: C14H27N3O2
Density: 1.036 g/cm3
Boiling Point: 461 ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point: 232.6 ºC
Appearance: white crystalline powder

 
What's Pramiracetam?

Sunifiram, also known as DM-235, is a piperazine derivative of Piracetam that is commonly associated with Racetam compounds even though they are technically not part of that particular class.  It has been shown to have nootropic effects in animal test subjects; according to scientific studies, these effects are noted to be stronger than Piracetam.  Currently, it is set aside for research study only.
 
Ever since the discovery of the racetams in the 1970's, the racetam family of compounds has been a compelling route for people trying to improve general cognition, memory, and learning capabilities. In the world of nootropics, the racetams are the go-to nootropics for boosting brain power. While there is some variety of racetam forms, and not all racetams are as well understood as the parent compound, one of the more widely known and studied is Pramiracetam.

Pramiracetam (N-[2-(dipropan-2-ylamino)ethyl]-2- (2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide) is a GABA-like compound derived from the original racetam. The chemical difference between the two is that Pramiracetam has a dipropan-2-ylaminoethyl group rather than an amide.

 
Pramiracetam Side Effects and Benefits:

As with other racetams, the direct mechanism of Pramiracetam is not fully known. It has been conjectured that racetams increase acetylcholine receptors, or are antioxidants, but more study is required. There is also speculation that racetams interact heavily with glutamate receptors, but, again, the action is unclear.

Pramiracetam most likely works by increasing cholinergic neuronal impulse flow in specific regions of the brain based on certain in vitro observations. While the mechanisms are not clearly understood, the outcomes of the racetams have been looked into extensively. Since their first debut in the early 1970's, a lot of interest has been put into the many racetams.

Advantageous Pramiracetam side effects include improved memory and reduced delayed verbal recall. There is also some evidence to suggest that Pramiracetam is superior to the original racetam in helping with memory retrieval and orientation. Pramiracetam has also shown to improve some test scores on cognitive ability up to three hours after being taken. It remains a highly popular nootropic and an inexpensive way to optimize mental performance.