Verified Peptide ReviewLast reviewed: 18 February 2026
Compound Profile · Longevity
Epitalon
Epitalon (or Epithalon) is a synthetic tetrapeptide based on epithalamin, a pineal gland peptide. Most published work originates from a single research lineage.
LegalResearch onlyEvidenceEmergingHuman useNot approved
6.8/ 10
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Quick verdict
Frequently cited in longevity discussion but the published evidence base is narrower than the conversation suggests.
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What this isn't
- Not approved for human use — research-only context
- No regulator has approved human use
- Evidence base is early — long-term data limited
- Side-effect profile not fully characterised
- Educational only — not medical advice
Full Epitalon review
A four-amino-acid synthetic peptide.
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