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Pinealon, simplified.
Also called EDR peptide, bioregulator
Early researchA three-amino-acid "bioregulator" from the same Russian research group as Epitalon. Studied for protecting brain cells, mostly in the lab.
- Size
- 3 amino acids
- How it is taken
- Injection or oral
- Status
- Research compound
- Available sizes
- Vials: 10 mg
What is it?
Russian researchers proposed that very short peptides can enter cells and nudge gene activity. Pinealon is one of these, aimed at the brain.
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What studies show
- In the labProtected brain cells from oxidative stress in lab dishes.
- In animalsImproved memory-related outcomes in some rat studies.
What we don’t know yet
- Whether it does anything in people. Human data is minimal.
Side effects and cautions
- No meaningful human safety data.
Is it legal?
Not FDA-approved.
Dosage & schedule evidence
How to read published schedules
Third-party protocols are not established clinical dosing standards. Safe human dose, frequency, and duration may be unknown.
| Measurement | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 mg | 1,000 mcg (mass) |
| 100 U-100 units | 1 mL (volume, not dose) |
See third-party published protocols ↗ for research context. North Star does not validate these schedules.
Consult your doctor before considering any peptide for personal use. Educational only, not administration guidance.
Common questions
What is Pinealon?
A three-amino-acid "bioregulator" from the same Russian research group as Epitalon. Studied for protecting brain cells, mostly in the lab. Russian researchers proposed that very short peptides can enter cells and nudge gene activity. Pinealon is one of these, aimed at the brain.
What does the research say about Pinealon?
Protected brain cells from oxidative stress in lab dishes. Improved memory-related outcomes in some rat studies.
Is Pinealon FDA approved?
Not FDA-approved.
What are the side effects of Pinealon?
No meaningful human safety data.
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This page explains published research in plain language. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation to take anything, and it does not give dosing. Most peptides here are not FDA-approved, and products sold online vary widely in purity. Rules around peptides are changing, so check the current status and talk with a licensed clinician before starting anything. Last reviewed 2026-10-19.