Peptide Reference
Epitalon
Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly
A synthetic tetrapeptide identical to the natural pineal gland peptide epithalamin. Studied for anti-aging, telomere lengthening, and longevity effects.
Status
research
Category
anti aging
Typical cost
$80-200/course
Mechanism
Activates telomerase enzyme, potentially lengthening telomeres. Regulates pineal gland function and melatonin production. May restore circadian rhythms and cellular youth markers.
Potential benefits
- Potential telomere lengthening
- Improved sleep quality
- Better immune function
- Enhanced longevity markers
- Restored circadian rhythms
- Telomere elongation
- Improved sleep
- Potential longevity
- Pineal gland support
- Circadian regulation
Reported side effects
- Mild headache
- Sleepiness
- Vivid dreams
- Injection site reactions
- Limited long-term data
- Cost
Common dosing references
subcutaneous
5-10mg · Daily for 10-20 days
1-2 cycles per year
nasal
1-2mg · Daily
10-20 days
subcutaneous
5-10mg · Daily
10-20 days
Research notes
Epitalon and telomerase activation
2003
Demonstrated telomerase activation and potential telomere lengthening in cell studies
Epitalon telomerase activation
2003
Demonstrated telomerase activation and telomere elongation in human cells
Epitalon longevity
2003
Extended lifespan in animal models
Regulatory and sourcing notes
Research chemical only. Not FDA-approved. Limited human clinical data. Popular in anti-aging communities.
Research peptide. Quality varies. Short courses (10-20 days) typically recommended 1-2x yearly.
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