A synthetic peptide developed in Russia based on a fragment of a natural brain hormone called ACTH. Studied primarily for cognitive enhancement and focus.
What is this used for?
What dose is typical for your goal?
- Typical dose
- 200–600 mcg
- How it's taken
- Nasal spray
- How often
- 1–3 times a day
- Most common starting point
- 200 mcg nasal spray in the morning
Based on published studies and what providers typically prescribe.
Important safety info
- Not FDA-approved. Approved in Russia for cognitive disorders and ischemic stroke.
- May mildly elevate blood pressure — use caution with cardiovascular conditions.
Route note
These doses are for the 0.1% nasal spray. Subcutaneous dosing differs — do not substitute numbers 1:1 between routes.
Cycling
Russian clinical practice uses 10–14 day courses followed by a 2–4 week washout.
These are typical doses from research and real prescriptions — not a recommendation for you specifically. Your provider will adjust based on your body, your goals, and your health history.
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These are typical doses from research and real prescriptions — not a recommendation for you specifically. Your provider will adjust based on your body, your goals, and your health history.
What to expect
1 / 4Days 1-3
Many users report improved focus and mental energy quickly, often within the first few doses.
Week 1-2
More consistent cognitive performance, better memory, clearer thinking.
Week 3-4
Full cognitive effects. Users often report 'sharper' mental performance.
Week 4+
Commonly cycled to maintain effectiveness. Typical protocol is 2-3 weeks on, 1 week off.
Individual experiences vary. Results depend on your body, goals, and protocol adherence.
How well researched is this?
Growing Evidence (Some Human Studies)
Approved prescription drug in Russia. Strong published studies on cognitive performance under stress.
Legal status
Currently restricted by the FDA and cannot be legally compounded. This status may change — we'll update this page when it does.
2026 reclassification status updates coming soon.
Purity
Purity measures how clean and accurate the compound is. Higher purity means fewer contaminants and more reliable dosing.
HPLC Purity Tested
Always require a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) from a US-based compounding pharmacy.
Common questions
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Consult with a licensed provider to determine the right protocol for your goals.