Epithalon

Epithalon (also spelled Epitalon) is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) based on epithalamin, a natural polypeptide extract from the bovine pineal gland. It was developed by the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology, where most of the available research originated. Its proposed mechanisms include activation of telomerase (the enzyme that maintains telomere length), antioxidant effects, and normalization of circadian rhythm via pineal melatonin regulation. While the research is intriguing, the evidence base is largely from Russian institutions with limited independent replication.

Reconstitution

Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water or saline. Typical concentration: 5 mg/mL.