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Vilon

Lys-Glu · KE

Khavinson thymus-derived dipeptide (Lys-Glu). Activates IL-2 synthesis and T-cell function; reports of murine lifespan extension.

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§ 01   Overview

Overview

Khavinson thymus-derived dipeptide (Lys-Glu). Activates IL-2 synthesis and T-cell function; reports of murine lifespan extension.

Khavinson lab. Limited Western replication.

§ 02   Mechanism

Mechanism of action

Vilon is proposed to bind DNA regions to activate IL-2 synthesis and restore T-cell differentiation in aged animals. Published lifespan-extension data comes from the Khavinson group.

  • 01Immune restoration in aged animals
  • 02Claimed lifespan extension (Khavinson lab)

§ 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

Preclinical

Khavinson lab. Limited Western replication.

FDA Status

Not FDA-approved.

§ 06   News

In the news

8 articles from the last 12 months · updates hourly

§ 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.

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§ 09   Safety

Safety & side effects

Side effects

  • 01Limited data

Contraindications

None specified.

§ 10   Questions

Vilon FAQ

What is Vilon?
Khavinson thymus-derived dipeptide (Lys-Glu). Activates IL-2 synthesis and T-cell function; reports of murine lifespan extension. Vilon is proposed to bind DNA regions to activate IL-2 synthesis and restore T-cell differentiation in aged animals. Published lifespan-extension data comes from the Khavinson group.
What is Vilon used for?
Reported uses include immune restoration in aged animals and claimed lifespan extension (khavinson lab). Evidence strength is rated Preclinical — see the evidence section for detail.
How is Vilon 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 Vilon?
Commonly reported side effects include limited data. This list is not exhaustive.
Is Vilon 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

  1. 01

    Khavinson thymic peptides

    PMID: 9264272

  2. 02

    IL-2 mRNA

    PMID: 15723147

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