Cognitive / FocusNeuroendocrineImmune SupportAnxiety reduction without sedationCognitive/stress support

RESEARCH REFERENCE

Selank

Synthetic tuftsin analog with anxiolytic and nootropic effects.

Quick Reference

Dose: 250–500 mcg (up to ~900 mcg/day in Russian protocols)
Frequency / schedule: 2–3× daily
Route: Intranasal preferred; SC possible
Timing: Morning / as needed
Fasting: Not required
Cycle: 10–14 day courses
Time off: Several weeks to months between courses
Common vial strengths: 5 mg

How this works

Selank modulates GABA, stabilizes enkephalins, and influences BDNF and immune-neuro pathways, producing anxiolytic effects comparable to benzodiazepines without dependence or strong sedation.

Benefits + side effects

Potential Benefits

Calm focus without sedation
Stress resilience

Side Effects

Mild; possible nasal irritation

Dosing / Protocol

Reference Protocol

Phase / week	Dose	Frequency	Timing	Notes
Course	300–500 mcg	2–3× daily	AM/midday	Russian clinical range

Timing + Fasting Notes

Flexible. Food does not matter.

Practical Reference

Storage: Refrigerated
Route / injection context: Intranasal preferred; SC possible
Common vial strengths: 5 mg
Cycle / time off: 10–14 day courses · Several weeks to months between courses
Practical notes: Often stacked with Semax. Research use only.

References

Selank and short peptides in neuropsychopharmacologyPubMed literature index · 2018

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