Epithalon
A tetrapeptide studied for longevity and telomere support.
Overview
Epithalon (Epitalon) is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) developed by Russian scientists, based on a natural pineal gland peptide. It is researched for its potential to regulate aging, support melatonin production, and activate telomerase, the enzyme that lengthens telomeres.
Dosing
Injection
- Starting dose
- 5 mg
- Common dose
- 5–10 mg
- Frequency
- 1× daily
- Notes
- Run as a 10–20 day cycle, then take a break.
Reported research/reference doses for educational purposes only. Always verify against primary literature and applicable regulations. Not medical advice.
How it works
Epithalon is believed to activate the telomerase enzyme and support the pineal gland's control of circadian rhythms and melatonin. By influencing telomere length and sleep/wake cycles, it is investigated as a potential longevity-promoting compound.
Common research uses
- Telomere and longevity research
- Pineal gland and melatonin support
- Sleep regulation studies
- Age-related decline research
Considerations
Research compound. Long-term human data are limited; most studies are small and Russian in origin. Research use only.