Epitalon
Overview
Tetrapeptide that regulates the pineal gland and extends telomeres, potentially slowing cellular aging.
Reported benefits
Telomere lengthening, improved sleep quality, enhanced longevity markers, circadian rhythm regulation
Protocols & dosing
Typical dosage: 5-10 mg (cycle).
Detailed dosing protocols have not yet been catalogued.
FDA & legal status
Epitalon is not currently FDA-approved for any indication. Effective April 22, 2026, the FDA removed Epitalon from Category 2 of its Section 503A bulk drug substances list after the original nominators withdrew their nominations. This removal lifts the prior “significant safety risk” designation but does not place Epitalon on the 503A Bulks List. Compounding pharmacies may prepare it with a valid physician prescription and pharmaceutical-grade API from an FDA-registered manufacturer. The FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee (PCAC) is scheduled to review this substance at its July 23–24, 2026 public meeting. Removed from FDA Category 2 effective April 22, 2026. Selected for PCAC review Day 2 — July 24, 2026. PCAC agenda: DSIP (Emideltide), Semax, Epitalon. NOT currently on 503A Bulks List — requires physician Rx. Source: FDA Advisory Committee Calendar / Lengea Law, May 2026.
| Country | Status |
|---|---|
| United States | Category 2 removed — compounding permitted with Rx (as of Apr 22, 2026) |
| United Kingdom | Prescription-only / not licensed |
| Canada | Prescription-only / Schedule F if licensed |
| Australia | TGA-scheduled |
Vendor information
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Side effects & safety
Reported side effects: Very well-tolerated. Minimal side effects during cycles
References
No external sources have been catalogued for this article yet.
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