Cognitive & Neuroprotective Khavinson Bioregulator

Epithalon

Also known as: Epitalon, Epithalone

Molecular Identifiers

Molecular Formula

C14H22N4O9

PubChem CID

219042

Overview

Tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) telomerase activator. Anti-aging research. Short repeated cycles throughout the year. Supports pineal gland function and circadian rhythm.

Sequence (1 letter): AEDG
Extended notation: Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly

Half-life

~2-3 hours

Administration Route

Subcutaneous or intramuscular

Category

Cognitive & Neuroprotective

Mechanism of Action

  • Telomerase activation and telomere maintenance
  • Pineal gland function support
  • Circadian rhythm regulation
  • Antioxidant properties
  • Modulation of aging-related gene expression

Dosage Protocol

Data compiled from the literature. This does not constitute medical advice.

Parameter Value
Dose 5-10 mg per injection
Frequency Once daily or every other day
Timing Preferably in the evening
Duration 10-20 days, cycled 2-4 times per year

Reported Side Effects

Adverse effects described in the literature. Severity and frequency vary between individuals.

  • Injection site pain (rare)
  • Mild headache (rare)

Presentations & Preparation

Vials of Epithalon found in the research market:

5 mg10 mg15 mg20 mg50 mg100 mg

Reconstitution

  • Diluent: Bacteriostatic water
  • Volume: 2 ml per vial
  • Slowly inject the diluent against the vial wall
  • Gently swirl until fully dissolved
  • Never shake

Storage

  • Lyophilized: -20°C or refrigerated 2-8°C
  • Reconstituted: Refrigerated 2-8°C (up to 30 days)
  • Protect from direct light
  • Do not freeze after reconstitution
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Scientific Studies

Published studies on Epithalon.

2003 · Biogerontology

Effect of Epitalon on biomarkers of aging, life span and spontaneous tumor incidence in female Swiss-derived SHR mice

Anisimov VN, Khavinson VKh, Popovich IG, Zabezhinski MA
2004 · Bull Exp Biol Med

Peptide regulation of aging: the tissue-specific effect of epithalon on the chromosome telomere length

Khavinson VKh, Bondarev IE, Butyugov AA

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