ReviewPMID: 12374906
Peptides and Ageing.
Neuro Endocrinol Lett, 2002
Review of peptide geroprotectors including thymalin and epithalamin with discussion of immune modulation and aging research
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Evidence graded using the PeptideScholar A-D system.
Thymalin
CPreclinical
70
Good Credibility
Not FDA ApprovedWADA Banned
Thymalin is a synthetic dipeptide (glutamyl-tryptophan) originally derived from calf thymus extract. Developed by Vladimir Khavinson in Russia, it is used there for immune modulation.
Mechanism of Action
Modulates T-cell differentiation and function. Restores thymic function in aged subjects. Regulates cytokine production and immune cell ratios.
Benefits
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Thymalin - Dosing in Published Research
Reported routes: Intramuscular injection, Subcutaneous injection
Russian clinical protocols use 10 mg IM daily for 5-10 days. Typically administered in courses 1-2 times per year.
The dosing information above is sourced from published research literature and clinical trials. These are not recommendations. Individual responses vary. Always consult a healthcare provider before considering any peptide-based therapy.
Side Effects
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Research & Evidence
ReviewPMID: 12577695
[Geroprotective effect of thymalin and epithalamin].
Adv Gerontol, 2002
Thymalin restored age-related decline in T-cell immunity and normalized cytokine profiles in elderly patients
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References
- 1.Peptides and Ageing.. Neuro Endocrinol Lett, 2002. "Review of peptide geroprotectors including thymalin and epithalamin with discussion of immune modulation and aging research" [PMID: 12374906]
- 2.[Geroprotective effect of thymalin and epithalamin].. Adv Gerontol, 2002. "Thymalin restored age-related decline in T-cell immunity and normalized cytokine profiles in elderly patients" [PMID: 12577695]
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