Epitalon
A synthetic tetrapeptide studied primarily for telomerase activity and chromosomal stability.
01At a Glance
| Compound | Epitalon (Epithalon; Epithalamin tetrapeptide) |
| Classification | Genomic research compound |
| Molecular weight | 390.39 g/mol |
| Sequence / Form | Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly (AEDG) |
| Purity | ≥99% HPLC, identity verified by mass spectrometry |
| Documentation | Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis available |
| Appearance | White lyophilized powder |
| Storage | Store sealed at 2–8°C. Long-term storage per certificate guidance. |
| Use | Research Use Only. Not for human or veterinary use. |
02Mechanism of Action
Epitalon is a short Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly tetrapeptide modeled on the pineal peptide epithalamin. Its most-studied research property is induction of telomerase (hTERT) expression, with published assays reporting telomere elongation in cultured somatic cells.
Other investigations examine its role in pineal/melatonin regulation and broader gene-expression and circadian effects in aged cell populations. These are laboratory research contexts only.
Research framing only · No human-use claims
03Research Context
- Telomerase (hTERT) activity and telomere-length assays
- Cellular senescence and replicative-aging models
- Circadian and pineal/melatonin pathway research
- Gene-expression studies in aged cell lines
04Quality & Verification
Ethos Bio presents compound information with an emphasis on identity verification, purity analysis, certificate access, and storage guidance. Product-specific documentation is available through the certificate page where applicable. Cold-chain shipping is available where required, and inventory is held under refrigerated conditions at our fulfillment center with temperature-logging protocols in place.
05FAQ
What is Epitalon studied for?
Epitalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) studied in vitro for telomerase induction, telomere maintenance, and chromosomal stability in aged cell populations. It is a research-use-only compound.
Is Epitalon the same as Epithalon?
Yes — 'Epitalon' and 'Epithalon' are alternate spellings of the same Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly tetrapeptide (CAS 307297-39-8).
What is Epitalon's molecular weight?
Epitalon has a molecular weight of approximately 390.39 g/mol, making it one of the smallest peptides in the research catalog.
How should Epitalon be stored?
Epitalon ships lyophilized and should be handled per standard research-peptide practice — kept cold, protected from light and moisture, and reconstituted only for laboratory use. Cold-chain handling is used where required. For research use only.
Is Epitalon approved for human use?
No. Epitalon is sold strictly for laboratory research use only and is not a drug or supplement. It is not approved for human or veterinary use or consumption.
How is Epitalon tested at Ethos Bio?
Every Epitalon lot is independently verified by MZ Biolabs, a third-party analytical laboratory in Arizona, on a five-point panel — RP-HPLC purity, HPLC-MS identity, endotoxin (LAL), heavy metals, and sterility. A lot-specific certificate of analysis ships with the vial. See How We Test for the full methodology.