Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide analog of the human immunomodulator tuftsin, developed at the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences. It is approved in Russia for anxiety disorder and remains one of the most-studied peptides for cognitive performance under stress and for sleep-related anxiety modulation.
Research applications include generalized anxiety modulation, executive-function stress resilience, and adjunctive use alongside Semax in nootropic stacks. Selank shows anxiolytic effects comparable to benzodiazepines in animal models, without the sedation or dependence profile. Frequently combined with DSIP for sleep-related research.
Heptapeptide analog of human tuftsin; modulates GABAergic and dopaminergic pathways for anxiolytic and pro-cognitive effects. Read our complete research hub for the full literature review, or jump to our best peptides for cognitive article for comparator molecules.
Selank's signature feature is GABAergic + dopaminergic dual modulation — most anxiolytics affect only one system. Apex Research's batch SEL-2604-C tested 98.9% purity by HPLC. Available as both lyophilized powder for reconstitution and pre-mixed intranasal solution.
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Semax · DSIP · Epitalon · PT-141. See the peptide stacks page for full protocol writeups.
Selank has not been evaluated by the FDA for any indication. All statements on this page are based on published research and are not medical claims. Some products may be sold for research purposes only as marked. Consult a licensed healthcare provider before use. See our full disclaimer.
Selank has been the subject of growing peer-reviewed and preclinical research across the cognitive domain. The current PubMed index returns several hundred citations spanning mechanism, dose-response, and adverse-event reporting.
Key references commonly cited in Selank research:
For a full reference list, see the Peptide.best Research Hub or the dedicated Cognitive pillar article.
Intranasal: 250–500 mcg per nostril, 2–3x daily, 14-day cycles. Subcutaneous: 200–500 mcg/day. Most published Russian protocols favor the nasal route.
This product ships as liquid nasal spray or lyophilized powder. Reconstitute with Saline (for nasal) or bact water for stable refrigerated storage. Once reconstituted, use within 30 days; keep at 2–8°C.
For full protocols and stacking guidance, see our peptide dosing guides. Always start at the low end of the published range and titrate based on individual response. Half-life (~30 min systemic; CNS effects last hours) determines dosing frequency.
Very mild — occasional headache, transient nasal irritation (intranasal), no sedation. No reported dependence or tolerance development.
Do not use during pregnancy or lactation. Do not combine with other peptides without reviewing pharmacology. Consult a licensed healthcare provider before beginning any peptide research protocol. Discontinue immediately if any adverse reaction occurs and contact your provider.
Limited interaction data exists for most research peptides. Be especially cautious when combining with prescription medications affecting the same physiological pathway as Selank (cognitive pathway).
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I've cycled Selank from a few vendors over the past year, and Apex Research's is the cleanest reconstitution I've seen — no haze, no precipitate, exact mass on the COA. Used it primarily for cognitive work. Will reorder.
Started seeing measurable cognitive improvement by week 3 of my protocol. Followed the standard dosing in the Peptide.best dosing guide. Cold-chain shipping arrived properly cooled. COA was emailed within 10 minutes of order confirmation.
Quality is excellent — COA matched the claim and the lyophilized cake was tight and dry. Only knock is I'd prefer a smaller vial — the reconstituted product has a 30-day fridge life and I don't always finish before that.
Did a side-by-side using independent third-party HPLC across three different vendors. Apex Research's came in highest on actual peptide content and lowest on residual solvent. Worth the modest premium.
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A: Timing depends on protocol, dose, and individual response. Most users report observable changes within 2–6 weeks of consistent dosing per the standard research protocols. See the Dosing & Protocol tab.
A: Yes — see commonly stacked peptides in the Overview tab, or browse our peptide stacks page for full protocol writeups.
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