Oxiracetam is a positive allosteric modulator of the AMPA receptors. It improves hippocampally-mediated learning performance by increasing membrane-bound protein kinase C (PKC). It is also considered a nootropic drug with very mild stimulant effect.

Synonym: Oxiracetam; ISF-2522; Neuractiv; Hydroxypiracetam;

IUPAC/Chemical Name: 4-Hydroxy-2-oxopyrrolidine-N-acetamide

InChi Key: IHLAQQPQKRMGSS-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChi Code: InChI=1S/C6H10N2O3/c7-5(10)3-8-2-4(9)1-6(8)11/h4,9H,1-3H2,(H2,7,10)

SMILES Code: O=C(N)CN1C(CC(O)C1)=O

Appearance: Solid powder

Purity: >98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)

Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical. This product is stable enough for a few weeks during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs.

Storage Condition: Dry, dark and at 0 – 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years).

Solubility: Soluble in DMSO

Shelf Life: >2 years if stored properly

Drug Formulation: This drug may be formulated in DMSO

Stock Solution Storage: 0 – 4 C for short term (days to weeks), or -20 C for long term (months).

HS Tariff Code: 2934.99.9001