§ 01 Overview
Overview
Khavinson brain-cortex tetrapeptide (AEDP) derived from Cortexin extract. Regulates nerve-regeneration genes and modulates IL-2 mRNA.
Russian-lab publications; limited Western replication.
§ 02 Mechanism
Mechanism of action
Cortagen is a short bioregulator peptide proposed to bind gene-regulatory regions and upregulate nerve-regeneration genes. It modulates IL-2 mRNA levels and shows activity in decondensing heterochromatin in senescent lymphocytes.
- 01Russian clinical and preclinical signal in peripheral neuropathy
- 02Immune modulation
§ 03 Dosing
Dosing protocol
Standard Protocol
- Dose Range
- 5 – 10 mg per course
- Route
- SubQ
- Frequency
- Daily for 10–20 days
- Cycle
- 1–2 courses per year
§ 04 Evidence
Evidence & research
Russian-lab publications; limited Western replication.
FDA Status
Not FDA-approved.
§ 06 News
In the news
8 articles from the last 12 months · updates hourly
AEDP and MOVE Business Chamber launch program to help aspiring food entrepreneurs open in Northern Virginia - The Alexandria Brief
AEDP and MOVE Business Chamber launch program to help aspiring food entrepreneurs open in Northern Virginia The Alexandria Brief
Cortagen Peptide: A Short Neuroregulatory Segment in Molecular and Cognitive Research - The ICIR
Cortagen Peptide: A Short Neuroregulatory Segment in Molecular and Cognitive Research The ICIR
Govt plans to roll out ‘learn while you earn’ programme in 13 colleges - The Times of India
Govt plans to roll out ‘learn while you earn’ programme in 13 colleges The Times of India
SAMS Odisha UG Admission 2026: Revised Timeline, Important Dates, Seat Allotment and AEDP Update - Jagran Josh
SAMS Odisha UG Admission 2026: Revised Timeline, Important Dates, Seat Allotment and AEDP Update Jagran Josh
Odisha UG admission application deadline extended till June 16; merit list on June 22 - Odisha TV
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Odisha UG Admission: Apply for Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Via SAMS - KalingaTV
Odisha UG Admission: Apply for Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Via SAMS KalingaTV
§ 07 Sourcing
Sourcing & supply
Regulatory status
Authentic supply from international sources
Authentic product originates from specific international manufacturers, most commonly Russian pharmaceutical facilities for Khavinson bioregulators. RUO vendors selling the same name are typically Chinese-synthesized research vials, not the original product.
International · 2
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§ 09 Safety
Safety & side effects
Side effects
- 01Limited published data
Contraindications
None specified.
§ 10 Questions
Cortagen FAQ
- What is Cortagen?
- Khavinson brain-cortex tetrapeptide (AEDP) derived from Cortexin extract. Regulates nerve-regeneration genes and modulates IL-2 mRNA. Cortagen is a short bioregulator peptide proposed to bind gene-regulatory regions and upregulate nerve-regeneration genes. It modulates IL-2 mRNA levels and shows activity in decondensing heterochromatin in senescent lymphocytes.
- What is Cortagen used for?
- Reported uses include russian clinical and preclinical signal in peripheral neuropathy and immune modulation. Evidence strength is rated Preclinical — see the evidence section for detail.
- How is Cortagen dosed?
- Commonly referenced dosing is 5 – 10 mg per course, typically daily for 10–20 days, administered SubQ. This is educational reference only; consult a licensed clinician before use.
- What are the side effects of Cortagen?
- Commonly reported side effects include limited published data. This list is not exhaustive.
- Is Cortagen legal?
- Authentic product originates from specific international manufacturers, most commonly Russian pharmaceutical facilities for Khavinson bioregulators. RUO vendors selling the same name are typically Chinese-synthesized research vials, not the original product. FDA status: Not FDA-approved..
§ 11 References
Selected references
- 01
IL-2 activation
PMID: 15723147
- 02
Heterochromatin decondensation
PMID: 19526184