Longevity
Epitalon
Epithalon / Epithalamin
A synthetic version of a peptide naturally produced by the pineal gland. Studied for its ability to activate telomerase, the enzyme that maintains telomere length — a key marker of cellular aging.
Also known as: Epithalon, Epitalonin, AEDG
- Status
- Epitalon is a research compound and not approved by the FDA for human use.
- Evidence
- Preclinical. Evidence comes from animal or lab studies; effects in people are not established.
- Half-life
- ~2-3 hours
- How it's taken
- Subcutaneous injection, typically in cycles
- Mechanism
- Mitochondrial / longevity
How Epitalon works
Stimulates the production of telomerase, which rebuilds the protective caps (telomeres) on the ends of your chromosomes. Shorter telomeres are linked to aging, so maintaining their length may slow cellular aging.
What research has looked at
- Telomere length maintenance
- Potential lifespan extension (shown in animal studies)
- Improved sleep through melatonin regulation
- Antioxidant properties
- May support immune function
Evidence level: Preclinical. Evidence comes from animal or lab studies; effects in people are not established. These are areas studied or reported, not promised effects.
Reported side effects and risks
- Generally well-tolerated in studies
- Mild injection site reactions
- Limited long-term human data
- Potential interactions with hormone regulation
- Not FDA-approved
Sources
- PubMed research on epitalon epithalon pineal peptide · NIH · National Library of Medicine
- DrugBank record for epitalon · DrugBank
- Active clinical trials for epitalon · U.S. National Library of Medicine
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Epitalon FAQ
What is Epitalon?
A synthetic version of a peptide naturally produced by the pineal gland. Studied for its ability to activate telomerase, the enzyme that maintains telomere length — a key marker of cellular aging.
How does Epitalon work?
Stimulates the production of telomerase, which rebuilds the protective caps (telomeres) on the ends of your chromosomes. Shorter telomeres are linked to aging, so maintaining their length may slow cellular aging.
Is Epitalon FDA approved?
No. Epitalon is a research compound and not approved by the FDA for human use. Evidence level: preclinical. Evidence comes from animal or lab studies; effects in people are not established.
What is the half-life of Epitalon?
Reported half-life: ~2-3 hours.
How is Epitalon taken?
Subcutaneous injection, typically in cycles.
What side effects have been reported with Epitalon?
Reported in the sources: Generally well-tolerated in studies; Mild injection site reactions; Limited long-term human data; Potential interactions with hormone regulation; Not FDA-approved.
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