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Cortagen

Cortagen (Ala-Glu-Asp-Pro tetrapeptide)

CognitiveFDA: Not approved — not evaluated by FDA

Overview

Synthetic tetrapeptide bioregulator targeting brain/CNS tissue. Russian studies report neuroprotective effects in aging models via epigenetic regulation of neuronal gene expression.

Mechanism of Action

Khavinson bioregulatory peptide targeting cerebral cortex. Proposed to regulate neuronal gene expression, modulating neurotrophic factors and antioxidant enzymes.

Molecular Profile

Molecular weight

416.4 Da

Key Research Findings

Cortex-targeting Khavinson peptide; neuroprotective claims; limited Western literature; used alongside Pinealon.

Published Research

Bull Exp Biol Med

Short peptides as modulators of gene expression and aging

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Biogerontology

Peptide bioregulation of aging: results and prospects

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Related Cognitive Compounds

Semax NA Semax Amidate Selank Adalank Adamax Dihexa

Clinical Guidance

Research data is not a treatment plan. If you are considering Cortagen, the questions that matter are whether it suits your history, your labs and your goals. That is a conversation with a licensed physician, not a lookup.

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