How does it work?
Selank is a more stable, synthetic version of tuftsin, a natural immune peptide. Studies suggest it acts on GABA, the brain’s calming messenger. It was studied for anxiety in Russia, where it is registered as a medicine.
What does the research say?
Published studies, strongest evidence first.
- Human study
Russian study of 62 patients with anxiety: Selank showed anxiety effects similar to medazepam.
Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova, 2008 · PubMed - Animal study
Selank reduced alcohol-related memory problems in rats and affected brain BDNF levels.
Bull Exp Biol Med, 2019 · PubMed
What does the community report?
Community anecdotes, not scientific evidence.
Some users report less anxiety within days of starting.From r/Nootropics, r/Peptides · 2 threads
Some users report staying calm when speaking in public or flying.From r/Peptides · 1 thread
Some users report a quieter mind that helps them unwind at night.From r/Peptides · 1 thread
Community reports are not evidence. Side effects recorded in the studies are in the research summary above.
Discussed on Reddit
What should you know?
- There are studies in people, but no randomised trials yet.
- For research and education, not medical advice. Talk to a health professional before using any peptide.
Frequently asked questions
What is Selank?
A synthetic analogue of the immune peptide tuftsin, studied mainly in Russia for anxiety, memory and brain BDNF.
How strong is the evidence for Selank?
There are studies in people, but no randomised trials yet. This summary covers 2 published studies, each labelled by study type.
Is Selank registered with BPOM?
No. Selank from Continue is a research-grade compound, not a medicine, and is not registered with BPOM.
Where can I buy Selank with a COA in Indonesia?
Continue sells research-grade Selank with a COA for every batch, shipped cold across Indonesia.
