Selank
Anxiolytic
Russian anxiolytic — calm without sedation, focus without stimulation.
Also sold as
Research chemical vendors can't legally label products with the real name, so Selank often appears under coded SKUs. If you're shopping and see any of these, it's the same compound:
- Selanks
Codes shown are for identification only.
Your draw
What it actually is
A synthetic analog of the immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin. Acts on GABAergic and serotonergic systems to reduce anxiety without the cognitive blunting of benzodiazepines.
Why people use it
- Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, performance anxiety
- PTSD and adjustment disorders
- Used by Russian cosmonauts for stress resilience
Educational only · Not a vendor claim
How it works
Tuftsin analog modulating GABA and serotonin systems — produces anxiolysis without sedation.
Health benefits
- Reduces anxiety
- Sharpens focus
- No cognitive blunting
- Mild immune modulation
What you'll feel
- Calm, focused state in 15–30 min
- Lasts several hours
- No drowsiness
Pros
- Non addictive
- No sedation or rebound
- Works rapidly
Cons
- Short duration
- Effects subtle for some
- Intranasal route required for best effect
Side effects to know
- Mild nasal irritation
- Rare headache
Best suited for
Educational summary · Not medical advice · Discuss with a qualified clinician
Typical timeline
General pattern for the Neuro Cognition category. Individual response varies.
- Day 1–3Effect can be felt within hours: calmer focus (Selank), sharper attention (Semax), or deeper sleep (DSIP).
- Weeks 1–4Consistent daily benefits. Mood and cognitive stamina improve without stimulant crash.
- Post-cycleTake a break to avoid tolerance. Most users cycle 8 on / 8 off.
Pairs well with
Common combinations experienced users run alongside Selank. Always add one peptide at a time so you can attribute effects and side effects.
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The reconstitution math
- 1Reconstitute the 10 mg vial with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water. Tilt — don't shake.
- 2Concentration becomes 5,000 mcg/mL (5 mg/mL).
- 3For a 500 mcg dose, draw 0.100 mL — that's 10 units on a 1 mL insulin syringe.
- 4One vial gives you approximately 20 doses.
Reminder: 100 units on an insulin syringe = 1 mL. Always start at half the listed dose for the first week and rotate injection sites between arms, legs, abdomen, and glutes.
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Prefilled with 10 mg, 2 mL BAC water, and a 500 mcg dose.
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