Epitalon
Epithalon · Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly · Epithalamin analog
A short pineal peptide used in cycles. Evidence in humans is limited.
A synthetic tetrapeptide of the pineal peptide epithalamin. Popular in longevity circles for claimed telomerase and circadian effects. Human data is limited and contested.
Usual range
5–10 mg
Schedule
Daily for 10–20 days
Half-life
Short; course-dosed
How it is used
Pineal tetrapeptide used in short telomere-oriented courses.
Subcutaneous
Evening, to align with pineal signaling, or morning — be consistent.
10 or 20 consecutive days, 1–2 times per year.
How to mix this vial
Typical vial 10 mg · 2 mL BAC
10 mg + 2 mL → 5 mg/mL. 5 mg = 100 units. Some dose 5–10 mg daily during a course.
Fridge. Lyophilized can be frozen.
Side effects
- Vivid dreams
- Injection-site irritation
- Sleep phase shift
Who should skip this
- Active cancer (theoretical telomerase concern)
- Pregnancy
Nutrition note
No miracle diet. Sleep regularity, protein, and resistance training remain the longevity stack.
Stacks
Often paired with
Telomerase claims should be treated skeptically. Not a cancer therapy.
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