What it is
Pancragen (KEDW; Lys-Glu-Asp-Trp) is a short peptide bioregulator associated with pancreatic function, insulin and C-peptide dynamics, glucose metabolism, and age-related metabolic research.
Mechanism of action
Pancragen is studied for tissue-specific regulation of pancreatic cell function and differentiation during aging, including endocrine pancreatic markers and glucose-metabolism support.
Evidence summary
Evidence includes old-monkey endocrine-function work, elderly type 2 diabetes reports, and peptide bioregulator differentiation studies. Treat as educational research support rather than a replacement for diabetes care.
Pantheon dosing guide
- Application
- Subcutaneous injection.
- BAC Water
- 2 mL
- Dose
- 500 mcg-1 mg (5-10 units)
- Frequency & Cycle Length
- Daily for 10-20 days. Repeat 1-3 times yearly as needed.
- Timing
- Morning, ideally before food.
- Key Benefits
- Supports pancreatic function. Supports healthy glucose metabolism. Supports insulin and C-peptide signaling. Promotes metabolic balance.
Additional research protocol context
The printed guide above is Pantheon's dosing reference. These broader research examples are provided as context and may use different schedules.
- 20 mg vial reconstituted with 2.0 mL bacteriostatic water
- 500 mcg-1 mg subcutaneous daily
- 10-20 day courses; morning before food is most common
Side effects
- Injection-site redness, tenderness, itching, or mild swelling
- Headache, nausea, lightheadedness, or digestive changes
- Customers using glucose-lowering medications should consult a clinician before use
Cited studies
- Goncharova ND, et al. (2015). Impact of tetrapeptide Pancragen on endocrine function of the pancreas in old monkeys. PubMed.PMID 25946840Read source ↗
- Korkushko OV, et al. (2010). Efficacy of Pancragen peptide in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Problems of Endocrine Pathology.Read source ↗
- Khavinson V, et al. (2012). Peptides tissue-specifically stimulate cell differentiation during aging. PubMed.PMID 22808515Read source ↗
- Khavinson V, et al. (2013). Effects of Pancragen on differentiation of pancreatic cells during ageing. PubMed.PMID 23486591Read source ↗
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