Verified ComparisonLast updated: 16 March 2026
Selank vs Cortagen
Selank (ACTH analog) modulates mood and anxiety. Cortagen regulates cortisol/stress response. Different stress-adaptation pathways.
Selank
Cognitive
3.9/ 5
B+
Cortagen
Cognitive
3.7/ 5
B
Editor's note
Selank targets anxiety/mood broadly; Cortagen targets HPA-axis specifically.
| Criterion | Selank | Cortagen |
|---|---|---|
| Primary mechanism | ACTH-mediated mood/anxiety | HPA-axis cortisol regulation |
| Anxiety-targeting focus | Primary | Secondary |
| HPA-axis specificity | Indirect | Direct |
| Preclinical evidence | Moderate | Limited |
| Clinical translation | Moderate (Eastern Europe) | Limited |
Frequently asked questions
Selank for mood/anxiety; Cortagen for cortisol regulation.
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