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Neuropathic · Immune Modulation

ARA-290

Erythropoietin-derived peptide researched for neuropathy and tissue repair.

Mechanism of Action

A synthetic 11-amino-acid peptide derived from the erythropoietin molecule. Research indicates it retains the tissue-protective (non-erythropoietic) effects of EPO via the β-common receptor, without stimulating red blood cell production.

Research Areas

Small-fiber neuropathy and sarcoidosis
Diabetic neuropathy
Ischemia-reperfusion injury
Autoimmune modulation

Common Research Protocols

Subcutaneous research

Daily or twice-weekly subcutaneous dosing in neuropathy trials.

Protocols summarized for educational reference from published research. Not dosing guidance.

Cited Research

[1]Neurology·2018

ARA-290 in sarcoidosis-associated small-fiber neuropathy

Improved pain scores and corneal nerve fiber density in sarcoidosis patients.

[2]British Journal of Pharmacology·2015

ARA-290 tissue protective effects

Reviewed non-hematopoietic protective mechanisms via the innate repair receptor.

Important Considerations

  • Investigational; not FDA-approved.
  • Does not raise hematocrit like full EPO molecule.

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