CTD Labs: Piracetam

Piracetam, Cognition Enhancing agent. Dietary Supplement. Piracetam (2oxoPyrrolidine Acetamide) is a derivative of the neurotransmitter GABA (Gamma Amino Butyric Acid). Interestingly, it is chemically related to the amino acid Pyroglutamic Acid (Pyrrolidine Carboxylic acid), which occurs in cerebrospinal fluid and plays an important role in cognitive functioning. Approved & used since the 1970's worldwide (Europe, Asia, and South American) for various health conditions. Piracetam is recommended by many healthcare professionals and health organizations, such as the Life Extension Foundation. Piracetam positively supports healthy cognitive & cardiovascular functioning by a multifaceted means of action. Piracetam enhances brain metabolism (by increasing glucose utilization, blood & oxygen flow) [Boost mental energy & cerebral circulation]. Piracetam also stimulates the Corpos Callosum, an area of the brain that controls communication between the left and right hemispheres (increases communication between both hemispheres) [involved in speech and creative thinking].