Epithalon
L-alanyl-L-glutamyl-L-aspartyl-glycine
Epithalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide consisting of four amino acids (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) developed by Khavinson and colleagues in Russia during the late 1980s. With a molecular weight of 390.35 g/mol, this compact peptide mimics a segment of the naturally occurring thymic peptide epithalamin extracted from pineal glands, making it a valuable tool for research into telomere elongation, pineal gland function, and cellular aging processes in controlled experimental settings.
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Longevity Study
View StudyEffect of epitalon on biomarkers of aging, life span and spontaneous tumor incidence
PRIMARY RESULTS
12-17% lifespan increase and 25-30% tumor reduction over 6 months
KEY FINDINGS
- •Significant lifespan extension in animal models
- •Reduced cancer incidence
- •Enhanced pineal gland function
Medical Disclaimer
Epithalon is an investigational research compound not approved by the FDA for human therapeutic use. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Long-term safety data in humans is extremely limited.