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Healing & Recovery
Approved

Thymogen

Thymogen

Also known as: EW Dipeptide, Glu-Trp, Timogen

Overview

Key Facts

Primary Goal: Research and therapeutic applications of Thymogen

Activates thymic epithelial cell signaling for thymocyte maturation. Enhances phagocytic activity of neutrophils and macrophages.

Dosing Information

Half-Life

~20 minutes

Typical Dose

100–500 mcg

Frequency

1x daily intranasally or 2-3x per week injectable

Cycle Length

3-10 day courses, repeated seasonally

Administration Routes:
subcutaneousintramuscular

Benefits

  • Stimulates T-cell maturation and differentiation
  • Enhances innate immune defence against respiratory infections
  • Normalizes T-cell subpopulation ratios
  • Convenient intranasal administration
  • Reduces frequency and severity of upper respiratory infections
  • Improves immune recovery after immunosuppressive therapies

Side Effects

Nasal irritation with intranasal use (mild)mild
Transient sneezing after intranasal dosingmild
Injection site discomfort (uncommon)mild
Mild headache (rare)mild

Mechanism of Action

1

Activates thymic epithelial cell signaling for thymocyte maturation

2

Enhances phagocytic activity of neutrophils and macrophages

3

Increases natural killer cell cytotoxicity

4

Modulates production of thymic hormones and growth factors

5

Restores suppressed immune parameters after radiation or chemotherapy

Contraindications

Do not use this peptide if any of the following apply:

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Organ transplant recipients
  • Active autoimmune disease flare

Storage & Reconstitution

Unreconstituted (Powder)

Temperature2–8°C (36–46°F)
DurationUp to 3 months

Reconstituted (Mixed)

Temperature2–8°C (36–46°F)
Duration2-4 weeks

Research Summary

Approved

Developed at the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology. Approved and marketed in Russia as an intranasal immune stimulant. Published Russian clinical studies show reduced incidence of respiratory infections and improved immune parameters in immunocompromised patients. Limited English-language peer-reviewed publications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thymogen

UK-Specific Information

Exclusive data points and guidance for UK residents using Thymogen

UK Lab Testing

UK Lab Testing

Recommended labs: Medichecks, Thriva (£89-£149 for peptide safety panel)

Why this matters: UK-specific lab testing guidance not available on US competitor sites

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