Epitalon
Epithalon
Description
A synthetic tetrapeptide that upregulates telomerase activity and elongates telomeres. Studied for life extension, anti-aging, and disease prevention.
Overview
Epitalon is a synthetic peptide that targets multiple core mechanisms of aging including telomere maintenance, epigenetic regulation, oxidative stress resilience, immune recalibration, and circadian rhythm restoration. It is considered a multi-pathway geroprotector.
Mechanism of Action
Epitalon can activate telomerase and lengthen telomeres in human cells, extending their replicative lifespan beyond the Hayflick limit. It may also remodel the epigenome by binding to promoter regions, enhance DNA repair, boost antioxidant enzymes through Nrf2 activation, preserve mitochondrial integrity, rebalance T-cell ratios, and stimulate melatonin synthesis while re-entraining clock genes.
Benefits
- •Anti-aging
- •Longevity
- •Sleep enhancement
- •Disease prevention
- •Melatonin production
- •Telomere elongation
Reported Side Effects
- •Limited human safety data
- •Possible injection site reactions
Safety Notes
Two 3-year epithalamin treatment trials (one with a 12-year follow-up) reported no severe adverse events in older adults, and preclinical studies support a favorable safety profile, but a well-conducted Phase 1 safety study and independent validation are needed.
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