Fasoracetam

Description

Overview of Fasoracetam

Fasoracetam is a synthetic compound in the Racetam family. It is primarily investigated in preclinical and in vitro studies for its interactions with glutamatergic and GABAergic signaling pathways. Laboratory research focuses on its modulation of metabotropic glutamate receptors (mGluRs) and potential influence on synaptic acetylcholine dynamics. Fasoracetam is a research-grade compound intended exclusively for laboratory experiments.

Chemical and Molecular Properties

Fasoracetam
PubChem CID	198695
Molecular Formula	C10H16N2O2
Molecular Weight	196.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Fasoracetam; NFC1; NS105
IUPAC	(5R)-5-(piperidine-1-carbonyl)pyrrolidin-2-one
CAS	110958-19-5
Labeling	Research Use Only (RUO), not for human or animal consumption.
Chemical Structure Depiction
Purity	≥98%
Classification	Research Use Only (RUO)
Storage Temperature	2–8 °C; protect from light
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (ethanol, DMSO)
Safety	Standard lab precautions: gloves, lab coat, eye protection

Fasoracetam Mechanism

Glutamatergic Signaling Modulation

Fasoracetam has been observed in preclinical studies to modulate mGluR receptor activity, influencing intracellular signaling cascades related to glutamate neurotransmission.

GABAergic Interaction

Experimental models indicate that Fasoracetam may interact with GABA-B receptors, affecting inhibitory neurotransmission pathways at the synaptic level.

Acetylcholine Regulation

In vitro studies suggest Fasoracetam can indirectly impact synaptic acetylcholine availability by modulating receptor-mediated signaling, providing a framework to study cholinergic system dynamics in laboratory settings.

Research Applications of Fasoracetam

Fasoracetam has been investigated in laboratory studies for its impact on receptor modulation, neurotransmitter signaling, and synaptic pathways. It has also been studied in combination with other compounds affecting GABAergic pathways to explore mechanistic interactions at the cellular and molecular levels.

Why Choose PureRawz Fasoracetam?

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Note:

Fasoracetam is an investigational compound currently undergoing clinical evaluation and has not been established as safe or effective for any therapeutic use.

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Reference Links

PubChem. (n.d.-f). Fasoracetam. PubChem.  https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/198695

Elia, J., Ungal, G., Kao, C., Ambrosini, A., De Jesus-Rosario, N., Larsen, L., Chiavacci, R., Wang, T., Kurian, C., Titchen, K., Sykes, B., Hwang, S., Kumar, B., Potts, J., Davis, J., Malatack, J., Slattery, E., Moorthy, G., Zuppa, A., . . . Hakonarson, H. (2017). Fasoracetam in adolescents with ADHD and glutamatergic gene network variants disrupting mGluR neurotransmitter signaling. Nature Communications, 9(1), 4. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-017-02244-2

Johnston, G. a. R., & Beart, P. M. (2024). Milestone review: GABA, from chemistry, conformations, ionotropic receptors, modulators, epilepsy, flavonoids, and stress to neuro–nutraceuticals. Journal of Neurochemistry, 168(7), 1179–1192. https://doi.org/10.1111/jnc.16087