Selank
WellnessAlso known as: TP-7, Selanc
Emerging ResearchWhat is Selank?
A synthetic peptide derived from the naturally occurring immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin, developed at the Institute of Molecular Genetics in Russia. Approved in Russia as an anxiolytic and nootropic. Gaining interest in Western biohacking communities for anxiety and cognitive support.
How it works
Modulates GABA, serotonin, and dopamine systems. Enhances BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) expression, which supports neuronal growth and synaptic plasticity. Also stabilizes enkephalins — natural peptides involved in mood regulation and stress response.
What marketers claim
- ▸cures anxiety permanently
- ▸dramatically boosts intelligence
- ▸completely safe nootropic
- ▸superior to all anti-anxiety medications
What evidence supports
- ✓approved as an anxiolytic medication in Russia based on clinical studies
- ✓demonstrated anxiolytic effects in multiple animal models
- ✓some human studies show reduced anxiety scores, though trials are small
- ✓shown to increase BDNF expression in animal models
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Safety notes & concerns
- ⚠not FDA-approved or approved in most Western countries
- ⚠clinical trial data is limited and mostly published in Russian-language journals
- ⚠studies are generally small and not up to Western regulatory standards
- ⚠long-term safety data is sparse
- ⚠typically administered as a nasal spray — quality of compounded versions varies
- ⚠not a replacement for professional mental health treatment
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Last updated: 2025-03-21
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