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Quick take
A synthetic seven-amino-acid peptide based on tuftsin, a fragment of an immune protein.
- Class
- Other research peptides
- Status
- Not approved
- Evidence
- Early or small human studies
- Half-life
- Not well documented
Mechanism fingerprint
What it acts on, and how. Each chip links to that pathway on the map.
Studied for anti-anxiety and immune effects; thought to influence GABA and serotonin signaling.
What makes it different
Based on tuftsin, a fragment of an immune protein; studied for anxiety and immune effects.
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Mechanism & pathways
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Proposed link
GABA signaling
GABA is the brain's main calming (inhibitory) chemical signal.
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Proposed link
Serotonin signaling
Serotonin is a chemical signal in the brain involved in mood, anxiety and sleep.
Evidence overview
Early or small human studies
Clinical studies are mostly small and published in Russia.
A breakdown into human, animal and cell studies hasn't been added for this compound yet.
Why it's used
Used for anxiety and focus.
Side effects & risks
Reported side effects
- Not well characterized outside Russian studies
Risks and warnings
- Not evaluated by US or EU regulators
- Products sold as “research use only” are not quality-controlled medicines; purity, sterility and labeled amount are not verified.
FAQ
Short answers taken from this profile.
What is Selank?
A synthetic seven-amino-acid peptide based on tuftsin, a fragment of an immune protein.
How does Selank work?
Studied for anti-anxiety and immune effects; thought to influence GABA and serotonin signaling.
What receptors or pathways does Selank act on?
GABA signaling (proposed link) and serotonin signaling (proposed link). Links marked “studied” or “proposed” come from early research and aren't confirmed in people.
How is Selank different from similar compounds?
Based on tuftsin, a fragment of an immune protein; studied for anxiety and immune effects.
Is Selank approved?
Registered in Russia as an anti-anxiety nasal spray; not approved in the US or EU.
What has Selank been studied for?
Used for anxiety and focus.
How strong is the evidence?
Early or small human studies. Clinical studies are mostly small and published in Russia.
What are the main risks?
Not evaluated by US or EU regulators. Products sold as “research use only” are not quality-controlled medicines; purity, sterility and labeled amount are not verified.