# Epithalon Acetate

> Acetylated form of Epitalon with enhanced bioavailability.

Source: https://peptides.cafe/peptide/epithalon-na
Category: Longevity · Circadian
Tag: Longevity

## Mechanism
An N-acetylated variant of Epitalon (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) designed to improve metabolic stability and oral bioavailability. Research suggests the same telomerase activation and circadian-modulating properties as the parent peptide.

## Research areas
- Telomerase activity and cellular senescence
- Melatonin rhythm regulation
- Age-related immune restoration

## Common research protocols
- Oral or subcutaneous research: Enhanced stability supports oral dosing in research models.

## Study summaries
- "Acetylated Epitalon analogs: bioavailability and efficacy" — Biogerontology (2019): Acetylation improved plasma half-life while retaining telomerase-inducing activity.

## Considerations
- Preclinical data; limited human clinical trials.
- Not FDA-approved.

## Disclaimer
Educational content only. Not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Most research peptides are not FDA-approved for human therapeutic use. Consult a licensed clinician before any use.