Epithalon is one of the best-known peptides within longevity research. In this guide we explain, research-only, what Epithalon is, where the name “pineal peptide” comes from and within which research themes it is studied — without any anti-ageing or health claims.
Epithalon (Epitalon) is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly), derived from pineal-gland research and studied in relation to telomere and ageing biology. It is not a medicine and is offered for research only, ≥99% pure with a COA per batch.
What is Epithalon?
Epithalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide with the sequence Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly, studied within longevity research. With just four amino acids it is one of the shortest research peptides — short enough to synthesise and characterise precisely. New to peptides? First read what peptides are.
Why Epithalon is called a 'pineal peptide'
The name refers to its origin: Epithalon is the synthetic counterpart of epithalamin, a substance from research into the pineal gland. The pineal gland plays a role in the body's biological clock, which makes Epithalon an interesting object of study within chronobiology and ageing biology. This is background from a research context, not usage advice.
What is Epithalon studied for in research?
In research Epithalon is mainly associated with telomere and ageing biology. Telomeres are the protective ends of chromosomes and a central theme in ageing research. These descriptions come from preclinical and experimental studies and are no proof of effect in humans. Within the same research category you will also find GHK-Cu and the rest of the anti-ageing & longevity peptides.
How is Epithalon reconstituted?
Epithalon is supplied as a lyophilised powder and reconstituted in the lab with bacteriostatic water. Determine the right ratio with the reconstitution calculator, or read the step-by-step explanation in how to reconstitute peptides.
Purity and documentation
Reproducible longevity research requires material with verified purity and full traceability. Every batch of Epithalon at Peptide Lab is tested by Janoshik Analytical at ≥99% purity by HPLC and mass spectrometry, with a public certificate per lot number. Read more about our approach on the science page.
This information is general and intended solely for a research context. Peptide Lab supplies Epithalon for laboratory and research purposes only. Not for human or animal consumption, not a medicine and not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions about Epithalon
What is Epithalon?
Epithalon (also spelled Epitalon) is a synthetic tetrapeptide with the sequence Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly. It is studied within longevity and pineal-gland research and is not an approved medicine.
Why is Epithalon called a 'pineal peptide'?
Because it derives from research into epithalamin, an extract from the pineal gland. Epithalon is the synthetic peptide variant studied in that research field.
What is Epithalon studied for in research?
In research Epithalon is associated with telomere and ageing biology. This concerns preclinical and experimental research; no health or anti-ageing claims are attached to it.
Is Epithalon pure at Peptide Lab?
Yes, Epithalon is lab-verified at ≥99% purity by HPLC and mass spectrometry, with a public Janoshik certificate per batch. For research purposes only.
