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Epitalon

Also: Epithalon, AEDG peptide

🧬Telomerase Activator

How It Works

Lengthens telomeres via telomerase activation. May also regulate melatonin production and circadian rhythm, and modulate antioxidant enzyme activity.

Primary Benefits

1Anti-aging
2longevity
3sleep

Key Studies

Epitalon lifespan extension in animals

Anisimov et al. (Biogerontology): Extends lifespan in multiple animal models by 10-15% via telomerase activation and melatonin regulation.

preclinical

Epitalon activates telomerase and lengthens telomeres in human cells

Khavinson et al. demonstrate Epitalon activates telomerase catalytic subunit (hTERT) expression in human fetal fibroblasts, extending replicative lifespan by 10 population doublings.

preclinical

Epitalon geroprotective effects: 25-year comprehensive review

Comprehensive 25-year review of Epitalon's antioxidant, neuroprotective, antimutagenic, and anti-cancer properties across in vitro, in vivo, and in silico models.

preclinical

Epithalamin (parent compound) regulates melatonin in elderly

Korkushko et al.: Epithalamin administration normalizes melatonin production and circadian rhythm in elderly patients, improving sleep and immune function.

moderate

Safety Notes

Research-only. Telomerase activation carries theoretical cancer risk. Long-term safety unknown.

Dosing Protocol

⚠️ For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before using any peptide.

RouteSubQ
Dose Range5000-10000 mcg
FrequencyDaily
TimingAny time
Cycle Length2-4 weeks
BAC Water2 ml / 10mg vial

Common protocol: 10mg/day for 20 days. Repeat 2-3x/year. Short cycles only.

Half-Life Visualization

⏱️ Half-Life: 2h

Plasma concentration over time
100%50%0%0t½ = 2h

Legal Status by Country

🇺🇸USA
Research Only
🇨🇦Canada
Research Only
🇬🇧UK
Unregulated
🇪🇺EU
Unregulated
🇦🇺Australia
Research Only

Last updated: 2026-01 · Laws change frequently. Verify current status in your jurisdiction.

Expected Timeline

Weeks 2-4

Improved sleep quality and circadian rhythm normalization

Month 2-3

Antioxidant enzyme upregulation; potential telomere lengthening

Long-term

Anti-aging effects; melatonin regulation; potential lifespan extension (animal data)

Side Effects & Incidence

Side EffectIncidenceSeverity

Generally very well-tolerated

Based on Russian clinical researchmild

Mild fatigue

~3% of usersmild

Incidence rates sourced from published clinical trial data where available; otherwise based on community research observations.

Found in 3 Stacks

Deep Sleep & Recovery Stack

Optimize sleep quality, enhance nightly recovery, and improve hormonal output during sleep

DSIPIpamorelinEpitalonSelank

Longevity & Anti-Aging Stack

Target fundamental aging mechanisms: telomeres, mitochondria, metabolism, and cellular protection

EpitalonMOTS-cSS-31GHK-Cu

Skin & Aesthetic Rejuvenation Stack

Improve skin quality, texture, elasticity, and promote hair growth

GHK-CuBPC-157Epitalon

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