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Semax

5mg vial

Semax is a synthetic heptapeptide analogue of ACTH(4-10), developed in Russia and used clinically there for stroke recovery, cognitive enhancement and optic-nerve disorders. It is one of the most extensively studied nootropic peptides, with documented neuroprotective and neurotrophic effects.

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Researched for

  • Significant neuroprotection in ischaemic stroke research
  • Sustained BDNF and NGF upregulation supporting neuroplasticity
  • Improved attention, working memory and executive function
  • Improved recovery outcomes in optic-nerve and CNS-injury research
  • Modulation of dopaminergic systems supporting motivation and mood
  • Favourable safety profile in Russian clinical use

Mechanism of action

Upregulates BDNF and NGF expression, modulates dopaminergic and serotonergic transmission, and inhibits enkephalin-degrading enzymes. Demonstrates neuroprotective effects via reduced excitotoxicity and oxidative stress.

Research protocol

Common research protocols use 250–600mcg intranasally 1–3× daily, or subcutaneously at similar doses. Cycles typically run 2–4 weeks with breaks. Higher doses (up to 1200mcg/day) appear in stroke-recovery research.

Half-life

Plasma half-life is very short (minutes), but CNS effects persist for hours due to BDNF/NGF upregulation cascades.

Reconstitution

Reconstitute a 5mg vial with 2–5mL bacteriostatic water (or sterile saline for intranasal). Swirl gently.

Storage

Lyophilised: 2–8°C, stable 18–24 months. Reconstituted: 2–8°C, protect from light, use within 30 days.

Research considerations
  • Most efficacy data is from Russian clinical literature; Western RCT data is limited.
  • Overstimulation, irritability or headache reported at higher doses.
  • Intranasal administration may cause transient nasal irritation.