Healing, hormones & brain
Semax
A brain-focused nasal peptide approved only in Russia.
What it is
A synthetic 7-amino-acid peptide based on a fragment of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone), with a stabilising tail.
How it's thought to work
It is thought to raise brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and protect nerve cells.
What the evidence shows
Russian clinical studies in stroke recovery and cognitive disorders report benefits. Independent trials are lacking.
Regulatory status
Approved in Russia as nasal drops. Not approved by the US FDA or the European Medicines Agency.
Safety notes
Independent human safety data are limited.
Key sources
- Russian clinical literature on Semax (various authors); independent trials are lacking.
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