Cortagen 20 mg
- Active Substance: Cortagen
- Concentration: 20 mg per vial
- Pack Size: Single vial (lyophilized powder)
- Manufacturer: Peptide Sciences USA
- Brand Name: Cortagen
- Molecular Formula: C17H27N5O8
- Molecular Weight: 430.17 g/mol
- Sequence: Ala-Glu-Asp-Pro
- Synonyms: AEDP, SCHEMBL5491754
Cortagen 20 mg – Guardian of Neural Resilience
Product Summary
Imagine a research frontier where the brain thrives, stress resilience strengthens, and aging slows. Cortagen 20 mg vial from Peptide Sciences USA, a bioregulatory tetrapeptide, makes this vision a reality. By targeting neural and adrenal function, Cortagen enhances neuroprotection, supports stress response, and promotes geroprotection, offering a prestigious tool for pioneering brain health and longevity research.
How Cortagen Works
Cortagen, a synthetic tetrapeptide with the sequence Ala-Glu-Asp-Pro, is a bioregulator that modulates gene expression in the brain, heart, and immune system. It upregulates neuroprotective genes (e.g., BDNF, interleukin-2) and stabilizes DNA by reducing heterochromatin condensation, enhancing transcription of genes silenced by aging. In rat models, Cortagen (10 mcg/kg intramuscularly) increased nerve fiber regeneration by up to 40% post-transection and reduced ischemic brain injury effects by balancing pro- and anti-inflammatory pathways, including IL-2 expression.
Cortagen also supports adrenal function by stimulating corticosteroid synthesis without suppressing the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, improving stress tolerance and energy metabolism. Preclinical studies show it reduces inflammation in neural and cardiac tissues, enhances synaptic plasticity, and may mitigate autoimmune reactions, making it ideal for researching neurodegenerative disorders, stress management, and anti-aging.,,
Why Choose Cortagen 20 mg?
Cortagen is a trailblazer for neuroprotection and longevity research, offering transformative benefits. Here's why it stands out:
- Neuroprotection: Enhances synaptic plasticity and nerve regeneration by up to 40%, supporting recovery from brain and nerve injuries in preclinical models.
- Stress Response Support: Stimulates corticosteroid production without HPA axis suppression, improving stress tolerance and energy metabolism.
- Anti-Aging Effects: Reverses DNA condensation, boosting gene expression for a more youthful cellular state, ideal for geroprotection studies.
- Immune Modulation: Reduces autoimmune reactions via IL-2 upregulation, supporting immune balance in research models.
- Premier Quality: Peptide Sciences USA ensures 99% purity through advanced synthesis, guaranteeing reliable research outcomes.
Cortagen 20 mg empowers researchers to revolutionize brain health and longevity studies, backed by cutting-edge bioregulator peptide science.
Product Specifications
Peptide Sciences USA's Cortagen 20 mg vial is crafted for precision in neuroprotection research, delivering exceptional quality. Here's the breakdown:
- Composition: Contains 20 mg of Cortagen (C17H27N5O8, molecular weight 430.17 g/mol).
- Pack Size: Single vial of lyophilized powder, requiring reconstitution for subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
- Manufacturing: Produced by Peptide Sciences USA with 99% purity, verified by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry.
- Usage Guidelines: Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water and administer via subcutaneous or intramuscular injection, typically at 0.1–1 mg/day (10 mcg/kg) for 10–30 days in research protocols, under professional supervision.,
- Storage: Store lyophilized powder at -20°C. After reconstitution, refrigerate at 2–8°C and use within 30 days.
- Safety: Preclinical studies report minimal side effects like mild headaches or gastrointestinal discomfort; limited human data requires research oversight.
This peptide is for research purposes only, providing a robust platform for studying neuroprotection and stress response.
Legal Disclaimer
Cortagen 20 mg is supplied for research purposes only and is not FDA-approved for human use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Consult a licensed professional before use. Peptide Sciences USA assumes no liability for misuse. All information is educational and based on preclinical research.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortagen?
Cortagen is a synthetic tetrapeptide bioregulator (Ala-Glu-Asp-Pro) that modulates gene expression in the brain, heart, and immune system. It supports neuroprotection, stress response, and anti-aging by enhancing cellular repair and reducing inflammation.
What is the drug Cortagen used for?
Cortagen is used in research to explore neuroprotection, stress response, and immune modulation. It aids nerve regeneration, reduces ischemic brain injury effects, and supports adrenal function, with potential applications in neurodegenerative disorders and longevity studies.
What are side effects of Cortagen?
Preclinical studies report minimal side effects, such as mild headaches, dizziness, or gastrointestinal discomfort. Sub-chronic use may cause anxiogenic effects at higher doses (e.g., 0.1 mg/kg). Limited human data necessitates professional oversight.
What are Cortagen peptide benefits?
Cortagen enhances nerve regeneration by up to 40%, supports stress tolerance via corticosteroid production, reduces inflammation, and promotes anti-aging by reversing DNA condensation, making it ideal for brain health and longevity research.
How is Cortagen 20 mg administered in research?
Cortagen is supplied as a 20 mg lyophilized powder. Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water and administer via subcutaneous or intramuscular injection, typically at 0.1–1 mg/day (10 mcg/kg) for 10–30 days in research protocols, under professional guidance.
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