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Anxiolytic · Nootropic

Selank

Anxiolytic-style peptide researched for stress modulation.

Mechanism of Action

A synthetic analog of the immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin. Research suggests it modulates GABAergic and serotonergic systems and influences expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor without the sedation or dependence profile of benzodiazepines.

Research Areas

Generalized anxiety models
BDNF expression
Immune modulation
Memory and learning in rodent models

Common Research Protocols

Intranasal research

Primary administration route in Russian clinical studies.

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

Cited Research

[1]Zhurnal Nevrologii i Psikhiatrii·2008

Selank in generalized anxiety disorder

Comparable anxiolytic effect to medazepam without sedation or withdrawal.

Important Considerations

  • Not FDA-approved.
  • Most studies are Russian clinical literature.

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