Compound atlas
Anti-aging

Humanin

Peptide
Half-life
2h
approx. mean t½
Dose range
1–5 mg
typical, not prescriptive
Category
Anti-aging
primary use-case
Single-dose decay
t½ = 2h · first-order model
~8h
to clear
1× t½
50%
remaining
2× t½
25%
remaining
~4× t½
6%
remaining
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How a single dose clears, assuming first-order elimination. The half-life is the biggest driver of how often you dose — start a cycle to see your own cumulative concentration curve.

Overview

A mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective and metabolic effects studied in aging and neurodegeneration.

Mechanism of action

Activates cytoprotective signaling (STAT3, AMPK) and counters apoptosis and oxidative stress.

Typical protocol

1–5 mg subQ daily or several times weekly.

Storage

Reconstituted: refrigerated, ~30 days.

Disclaimer

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