Epitalon

Epitalon Overview

Epitalon, also referred to as Epithalon, is a synthetic tetrapeptide derived from the naturally occurring peptide complex epithalamin. In research settings, it is studied for its relationship to cellular regulation, telomerase-associated activity, and age-related biological pathways, particularly in models focused on how short peptides influence cellular maintenance and signaling.

Mechanism of Action & Applications

Epitalon is studied for its influence on telomerase-related processes and broader cellular regulatory systems involved in replication, stress response, and gene expression. In laboratory research, this makes it useful for examining telomere-associated biology, cellular senescence models, oxidative stress pathways, and peptide-mediated regulatory activity linked to long-term cell function and stability.

Research History

Epitalon emerged from earlier work involving epithalamin, a pineal-derived peptide preparation studied in aging and neuroendocrine research. Later investigations isolated shorter peptide fragments such as Epitalon to examine whether specific peptide sequences could reproduce aspects of the broader regulatory activity observed in earlier experimental models.

Chemical Information

CAS Number

307297-39-8

Molecular Formula

C₁₄H₂₂N₄O₉

Molecular Weight

390.35 g/mol

PubChem ID

219008

Compound

Epitalon

Selected quantity

10 MG per vial

Research area

Cellular & Longevity

Intended use

Laboratory research only

Laboratory storage & handling

Form

Lyophilized powder

Short-term

2–8 °C (refrigerated)

Long-term

−20 °C (frozen)

Container

Use the supplied container and follow its label

Lot-specific stability

Not established on this product page

Reconstitution

Consult the applicable research protocol and available lot record

For research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

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