Longevity

Epitalon

A tetrapeptide researched by Khavinson and colleagues for its proposed effects on telomerase activity and circadian regulation.

Also known as: Epithalon

Quick facts

Molecular weight

390 Da

Half-life

0.5 h

Frequency

daily

Admins / wk

Routes

SubQ

Typical dose

5.00 mg–10.0 mg

Mechanism & positioning

A tetrapeptide researched by Khavinson and colleagues for its proposed effects on telomerase activity and circadian regulation.

Researched for: telomerase activation, pineal modulation.

Reconstitution defaults

Default vial

10 mg

BAC water

2 mL

Concentration

5000 mcg/mL

Doses per vial

Other stocked vial sizes: 50 mg.

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References

Khavinson VKh et al., Neuro Endocrinol Lett, 2003.

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Frequently asked questions about Epitalon

What is the typical research dose range for Epitalon?

Epitalon is most commonly investigated at 5.00 mg–10.0 mg per administration, daily. Note: 10-day cycles. These values reflect documented research-stage protocols and are not medical recommendations.

What is the half-life of Epitalon?

Epitalon has an approximate plasma half-life of 0.5 hours. Practical steady state is reached after roughly five half-lives — about 0 days under continuous administration.

How is Epitalon administered in research protocols?

Published research uses subq administration. Typical reconstitution is 10 mg vial in 2 mL of bacteriostatic water, producing a concentration of 5000 mcg/mL.

What vial sizes are commonly available for Epitalon?

Common stocked vial sizes are 10 mg, 50 mg. The 10 mg vial is the most-used default in published protocols.