UNSPSC 51143017: Nicoracetam

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NIGP codes for 51143017

Definition

This classification denotes a neuroprotective agent with the molecular formula C11H12N2O3, a preparation that US FDA regulates as an active ingredient or moiety under Unique Ingredient Identifier 8U10GC2V6Y, chemically known as 2-pyrrolidinone, 1-((6-methoxy-3-pyridinyl)carbonyl)- but generally known as nicoracetam, which bears US NIH Compound Identifier 3047790. European Medicines Agency schedules Nicoracetam in its eXtended EudraVigilance Medicinal Product Dictionary or XEVMPD under Index SUB09243MIG.

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The term NICORACETAM is an International Non-Proprietary Name or INN (see WHO INN reference publication, Volume 5, No. 3 1991, List 31). Most nations schedule nicoracetam under HS 29337900 and SITC 51561. As of Q4 2014, NICORACETAM remains the US FDA Preferred Term for this commodity. Nicoracetam bears US NLM identifiers UMLS ID C2698464 and NCI Concept Code C76782. SMILES: COC1=NC=C(C=C1)C(=O)N2CCCC2=O.

About UNSPSC 51143017

UNSPSC 51143017 Nicoracetam is a Commodity code for a prescription nootropic pharmaceutical product that state and local governments procure through health departments, public health agencies, Medicaid programs, and institutional healthcare systems for eligible patients. The code covers the acquisition of this specific branded or generic medication—a pyrrolidone derivative used to treat cognitive disorders and certain neurological conditions—typically through competitive bid processes with pharmaceutical wholesalers or direct manufacturers. Issuing bodies include state Medicaid agencies, county health departments, municipal hospital systems, and state departments of health and human services that maintain formularies or medication inventories for beneficiaries.

The source provides no recent state and local solicitation activity under this code. Without posted opportunities naming the issuing body, notice type, response date, or geographic location, no representative recent procurement can be characterized at this time. The absence of visible bidding activity under this specific pharmaceutical commodity may reflect steady-state formulary management without open competition, direct contracting with established pharmaceutical vendors, or infrequent procurement cycles that do not generate posted notices.

Quick answers

What is UNSPSC 51143017?

UNSPSC 51143017 is Nicoracetam, a commodity in UNSPSC 51000000, Pharmaceutical Products incl. Contraceptives and Vaccines.

Which NIGP codes match UNSPSC 51143017?

UNSPSC 51143017 maps to 1 NIGP code, 26977 Nootropics (Smart Drugs).

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