Aniracetam is registered for medical use in some countries which is made available by prescription. Some of the common trade names are: Draganon, Memrodrin and Sarpul.Currently, it is approved for general memory and attention disorders and is commonly given to the elderly to help reduce symptoms of degenerative cognitive disorders.

In North America, and other countries Aniracetam has no registered use but can be obtained over-the-counter as a nootropic agent. It is commonly stacked with other racetams or used by itself. Benefits and results seem to range from user to user. It is not recommended as a primary therapy for medical conditions but may have benefits in reducing certain medical and physiological symptoms and side effects. Many have had results with Aniracetam in reducing anxiety and depression symptoms but this should not be its primary function or used in conjunction with other therapies without professional consultation.