Description
Selank 10 mg — Heptapeptide Analog for Anxiolytic & Cognitive Research
Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide analog derived from the
endogenous tetrapeptide tuftsin, with additional modifications to enhance stability and
receptor interactions. In preclinical and clinical research, Selank has been investigated
for its potential anxiolytic, nootropic, and stress-modulating properties,
as well as effects on monoamine and neurotrophic systems.
What It Is
- Class: Tuftsin-derived neuropeptide analog
- Peptide length: 7 amino acids (heptapeptide)
- Research focus: Anxiety and stress models, cognitive performance,
and neuromodulatory signaling.
Proposed Mechanisms (Preclinical)
Neurotransmitter & Receptor Effects
- Investigated for modulation of GABAergic and monoaminergic
systems in brain regions linked to anxiety and mood. - Preclinical studies examine changes in serotonin, dopamine, and
norepinephrine-related markers. - Interest in interactions with immune- and tuftsin-related pathways
at the neuroimmune interface.
Stress, Cognition & Neurotrophic Signaling
- Used in models of acute and chronic stress to assess behavioral
responses and adaptation. - Explored for impacts on learning, memory, and attention tasks in
animal and human research contexts. - Experimental work suggests changes in neurotrophic factors and
gene-expression patterns associated with neural plasticity.
Selected Research Highlights
- Anxiety & Stress Models: Selank has been studied in behavioral
paradigms focusing on anxiety-like behavior, stress resilience, and emotional
regulation. - Cognitive Performance: Investigations include attention, memory,
and information-processing tasks as exploratory endpoints. - Neurochemical Readouts: Experimental data evaluate
monoamine levels, receptor expression, and neurotrophic markers in
response to Selank exposure.
Chemical & Handling Information
- Type: Synthetic tuftsin-derived heptapeptide analog
- Peptide length: 7 amino acids
- Appearance: White to off-white lyophilized powder
Specifications
- Peptide: Selank
- Amount: 10 mg per vial
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Purity: ?99% (HPLC); COA per lot available
- Packaging: Sealed vials suitable for standard laboratory handling
Storage & Stability
- Store lyophilized vials in a cool, dry place, protected from light.
- Refrigeration or freezing of the lyophilized peptide is recommended for extended stability,
according to laboratory SOPs. - After reconstitution, store at 2–8 °C for short-term use.
- For long-term storage, aliquot and freeze at ?20 °C or below; avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.
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