Epitalon (AEDG, also known as Epithalon) is a synthetic tetrapeptide derived from the natural polypeptide Epithalamin, which is produced by the pineal gland. Discovered by Russian scientist Professor Vladimir Khavinson, Epitalon is composed of four amino acids: Alanine-Glutamate-Aspartate-Glycine (AEDG). The primary mechanism of action involves the activation of telomerase, an enzyme that adds telomeric repeats to the ends of chromosomes. Telomeres naturally shorten with each cell division, and this shortening is associated with cellular aging. By activating telomerase, Epitalon has been shown in research to extend telomere length, potentially slowing or reversing aspects of cellular aging. Additionally, Epitalon influences melatonin production and helps regulate circadian rhythms.
| Research Status | Preclinical |
|---|---|
| Half-Life | Unknown |
| Administration | Subcutaneous injection |
| Typical Dosage | 5-10 mg daily (20-day cycles) |
| Molecular Weight | 390.35 Da |
| Molecular Formula | C14H22N4O9 |
Same as Epithalon - activates telomerase enzyme to maintain telomere length.
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