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Nootropic · Neuroprotection

Semax

Russian-origin peptide studied for focus and neuroprotection.

Mechanism of Action

A synthetic heptapeptide derived from ACTH(4-10). Research suggests it modulates BDNF and NGF expression, dopaminergic and serotonergic tone, and shows neuroprotective effects in ischemia models.

Research Areas

BDNF/NGF upregulation
Ischemic stroke recovery (clinical use in Russia)
Attention and cognitive performance
Anxiolytic-style effects

Common Research Protocols

Intranasal research

Standard route in published Russian clinical literature.

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

Cited Research

[1]Zhurnal Nevrologii i Psikhiatrii·2018

Semax in the treatment of ischemic stroke

Reported improved neurological recovery scores in acute ischemic stroke.

[2]Molecular Neurobiology·2020

Semax and its analogs in neuroprotection

Review of neurotrophic and antioxidant mechanisms.

Important Considerations

  • Approved as a medication in Russia; not FDA-approved in the US.
  • Most clinical literature is in Russian.

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