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Some human studies
Selank
Synthetic analogue of tuftsin · Mind & sleep
What it is
A lab-made version of tuftsin, a small immune peptide, studied for anxiety without sedation.
What research covers
Registered as an anti-anxiety medicine in Russia. Most studies are Russian and small, and they have not been repeated in Western trials.
Reported side effects
- Generally well tolerated in studies
- Tiredness
- Nasal irritation (when used as a nasal spray)
Not suitable for, or talk to a doctor first
- Pregnancy
- Taking benzodiazepines, without medical advice
Legal status
| Australia | Not an approved medicine in Australia. Peptides like this are generally prescription-only (Schedule 4) and need a prescription to import. Check current rules with the TGA. |
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| United States | Not FDA-approved. |
| Sport | Athletes should check the current WADA prohibited list, which changes every year. |
Rules change. Check with the TGA (Australia), your local regulator, or WADA for sport.
Key references
- Zozulia et al. Efficacy and possible mechanisms of action of a new peptide anxiolytic Selank in the therapy of generalized anxiety disorders and neurasthenia. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr, 2008.
General information, not advice. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before starting, changing or stopping anything.