Epitalon is a synthetic 4-amino-acid peptide based on the pineal-gland peptide epithalamin. Research from the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation…
Tetrapeptide studied for telomerase activity and circadian/pineal research.
Epitalon is a synthetic 4-amino-acid peptide based on the pineal-gland peptide epithalamin. Research from the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation explores its effects on telomerase, melatonin rhythms, and aging biomarkers.
Epitalon is a short synthetic peptide derived from epithalamin, originally isolated from the pineal gland. The bulk of published research comes from long-running Russian gerontology programs.
Reported to upregulate telomerase activity and influence pineal-axis signaling in animal models.
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Class | Synthetic tetrapeptide |
| Sequence | Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly |
| Half-life | Short (minutes, plasma) |
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| State | Conditions | Shelf life |
|---|---|---|
| Lyophilized (Powder) | Refrigerate 2–8°C (36–46°F) or freeze | 12–24 months refrigerated; longer frozen |
| Reconstituted | Refrigerate 2–8°C only; no freezing | 21–30 days typically |
| In Transit | Insulated packaging; ice packs | Minimize time; avoid heat exposure |
| MK-677 (Oral) | Room temp okay; cool/dry preferred | Per manufacturer; typically 12+ months |
This reference page was last reviewed on 2026-06-13 by the Clarity Wellness editorial team.
All peptide products referenced are intended solely for research, investigational, or licensed professional use. They are not FDA-approved and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a licensed medical practitioner before any personal or clinical use.
The majority of published work originates from the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology in Russia, with decades of accumulated data.