Selank Research Guide
Full name: Selank (TP-7)
A synthetic analog of tuftsin with Pro-Gly-Pro for stability. Developed at the Russian Academy of Sciences with anxiolytic and nootropic properties without sedation or addiction.
How Selank Works
Modulates GABA-A allosteric sites, increases BDNF, stabilizes enkephalin degradation, and influences serotonin metabolism. Enhances IL-6 and Th1/Th2 balance.
Dosing Protocol
- Typical dose: 250-750 mcg per spray dose
- Frequency: 2-3x daily
- Duration: 2-4 week courses
- Route: Intranasal spray
Reported Benefits
- Anxiolytic without sedation
- Improved memory/learning
- Cognitive flexibility
- Immune modulation
- BDNF upregulation
- No addiction
Potential Side Effects
- Nasal irritation
- Mild fatigue (initial)
- Headache (rare)
Research Citations
- Selank anxiolytic effects vs benzodiazepines (2021) - Equivalent anxiolysis to diazepam in GAD without cognitive impairment or dependence over 8 weeks.
- BDNF modulation by selank (2020) - Increased hippocampal BDNF by 60% and improved spatial memory by 35% in aged models.
Related Cognitive & Nootropic Compounds
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