**Piracetam** is described as the **parent compound of the racetam class of nootropic supplements**. The visible overview states that it provides a **mild boost to brain function** when supplemented.[1] The visible research snapshot reports **619 participants in 11 trials and 1 meta-analysis**. The evidence-grade panel shows **A-grade evidence** for **Breath Holding Spell Episodes + 1 more**, **B-grade evidence** for **Memory**, **C-grade evidence** for **1 outcome**, and **D-grade evidence** for **2 outcomes**.[1] The visible summary explains that piracetam is the **prototype** for racetam
Breath-holding spell episodes: Improvement / reduction
STRONGNot quantified in visible excerpt effect observed across multiple studies (Grade A)
One additional A-grade outcome: Not fully visible in captured excerpt
STRONGNot visible in captured excerpt effect observed across multiple studies (Grade A)
Memory: Improvement
MODERATENot quantified in visible excerpt effect observed across multiple studies (Grade B)
COMMON: 1,200–4,800 mg/day mg
TIMING: Daily
Lower end of 40–50 mg/kg is used most often.[1]
Independently graded against 173,636 indexed supplements with 177 published clinical interactions, sourced from PubMed, FDA CAERS, openFDA, and NIH DSLD.