Question 1

What is Piracetam?

Accepted Answer

Piracetam is a synthetic 'racetam' compound used as a drug in some countries but not approved by the FDA in the U.S.; it has been found marketed in the U.S. as a supplement despite FDA stating it is not a lawful dietary ingredient.

Question 2

What are the common uses of Piracetam?

Accepted Answer

Piracetam is commonly used for Marketed for cognition/nootropic effects (not FDA-approved).

Question 3

How does Piracetam work?

Accepted Answer

Mechanisms are discussed in scientific literature (neurotransmission/membrane effects), but U.S. regulatory status is a primary issue for supplement content.

Question 4

Are there any warnings or precautions for Piracetam?

Accepted Answer

FDA correspondence has stated piracetam is not a dietary ingredient (e.g., response to an NDI notification). Product quality/labeling may be unreliable; avoid disease-treatment claims.

Question 5

Is Piracetam FDA approved?

Accepted Answer

United States: FDA has stated piracetam is not a lawful dietary ingredient (not permitted to be sold as a dietary supplement).

Question 6

Where can I buy Piracetam?

Accepted Answer

Sold online in 'nootropic' markets; often labeled 'for research' or similar workarounds.

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