Selank
What this compound does
Selank is a peptide nasal spray studied in Russia for calming anxiety and sharpening focus without the grogginess or dependence of anti-anxiety drugs.
- • People researching anxiolytic/nootropic peptides
Usually a nasal spray; not FDA-approved. Human evidence mostly from Russian studies.
- • Pregnant or breastfeeding people
- • Those wanting FDA-approved anxiety treatment
Heptapeptide synthesised and HPLC-purified; formulated as nasal solution.
How much, when
Peer-reviewed studies
- PMID: 18365988C
Anxiolytic effects
Russian clinical work reports anxiolytic effects comparable to benzodiazepines without sedation or dependence.
- PMID: 24380018C
BDNF / neurochemistry
Modulates BDNF expression and monoamine metabolism in animal models.
- PMID 18365988 · 2008humanC
Selank anxiolytic activity in clinical study
Reduced anxiety
Medicine interactions
- LOW
Sedatives / anxiolytics· sedative
Possible additive calming effects (theoretical).
→ Monitor for excess sedation.
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