EPITHALON 10/50mg

EPITHALON 10/50mg
£22.00

(NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION RESEARCH USE ONLY) 

Epitalon (also known as Epithalon or Epithalamin)

is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) derived from epithalamin, a natural substance produced in the pineal gland. It is classified as a "peptide bioregulator" and is best known for its researched role in longevity and telomere maintenance. 

 

Core Mechanism: The "Telomerase Activator" 

The primary scientific interest in Epitalon stems from its ability to interact with DNA: 

  • Telomerase Activation: It is believed to stimulate the production of telomerase, an enzyme that repairs and lengthens telomeres (the protective caps at the end of chromosomes). Telomeres naturally shorten as cells divide, a process linked to cellular aging.
  • Melatonin Regulation: Epitalon helps normalize the production of melatonin by the pineal gland, which can restore disrupted circadian rhythms and improve sleep architecture in the elderly.
  • Epigenetic Reset: It acts as a "switch" to reactivate genes that may have become suppressed by age or environmental stress. 

 

Potential Benefits (Research & Geroprotection)

Extensive long-term studies, primarily conducted at the Khavinson Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology, suggest several benefits: 

  • Increased Lifespan: Animal studies (rats and mice) have shown lifespan increases of up to 25–30% when treated with Epitalon.
  • Cancer Prevention: Research indicates it may inhibit the development of spontaneous tumours and slow the growth of existing ones in animal models.
  • Vision Support: It has been used in Russia to treat degenerative retina diseases, such as retinitis pigmentosa.
  • Immune & Metabolic Support: It helps normalize immune function and improves carbohydrate metabolism. 

 

Administration and Status

  • Dosage Protocols: In clinical research, it is often administered in "cycles" (e.g., 10 mg daily for 10–20 days, repeated once or twice a year).
  • Forms: Commonly available as a nasal spray for brain penetration, oral capsules, or lyophilised powder for subcutaneous injection.
  • FDA Status: Epitalon is not FDA-approved for human use. It is sold legally only as a "research chemical" or a bioregulator supplement in certain jurisdictions.
  • WADA Status: While not explicitly on the banned list, it falls under the "S0" category of non-approved substances. 

 

Safety and Side Effects

Epitalon is noted for having an exceptionally high safety profile: 

  • Side Effects: No significant adverse effects or toxicity have been reported in over 30 years of Russian clinical observation.