Epitalon
Also: Epithalon · Epithalamin
Pineal-derived longevity peptide with proposed telomerase effects.
Evidence
anecdotal
Legal status
research only
Half-life
~30 min (short; cycled dosing typical)
Routes
subq
What it is
Epitalon is studied for telomere-supporting and circadian effects. Most published research originates from a single Russian group, so the broader replication picture is thin. Used in short cycles by longevity enthusiasts.
Mechanism
Tetrapeptide derived from pineal extract. Proposed to upregulate telomerase activity.
Outcomes it's matched to
- STRENGTH78%
- STRENGTH55%
Safety
No major adverse events reported in available literature.
- Pregnancy
Legal context
Research-use only.