SS-31 vs Thymosin Beta-4
Well Studied vs Well Studied
compatible Both cardioprotective via different pathways.
Molecular Data
SS-31 Thymosin Beta-4
Weight — 4,963.44 Da
Half-life ~2 hours Dose-dependent; relatively short (exact values not established)
Chain — 43 amino acids
Type Aromatic-cationic tetrapeptide Thymosin peptide
Key Benefits
SS-31
01 Directly protects mitochondria
02 Improves cellular energy production (ATP)
03 Reduces oxidative damage
04 Enhances exercise capacity
05 Excellent safety profile in clinical trials
06 Cardioprotective effects
Thymosin Beta-4
01 Systemic regenerative effects
02 Proven clinical efficacy
03 Optimal bioavailability for tissue repair
04 Promotes angiogenesis
05 Reduces inflammation
Dosing Protocols
SS-31
5-10mg general support, 10-40mg clinical/performance protocols / Once daily (morning or pre-workout for athletic use)
General mitochondrial support 5-10mg Once daily
Athletic performance 10-20mg Once daily pre-workout
Clinical protocols 40mg Once daily
Acute cardioprotection 0.25mg/kg/hr Continuous infusion
Thymosin Beta-4
2-6mg per injection (varies by protocol and severity) / Daily for acute healing, 2x weekly for maintenance/chronic conditions
Acute Wound Healing 1.6mg Daily
Cardiac Protection 42mg Single dose
Chronic Tissue Repair 6mg Twice weekly
Neurological Recovery 30mg Three times over 72 hours
General Regeneration 2-5mg Daily or every other day
Side Effects
SS-31
Excellent safety profile in clinical trials
No significant side effects reported at therapeutic doses
Mild injection site reactions possible
Safe for long-term use based on current data
Thymosin Beta-4
Mild injection site reactions
Local inflammation at injection sites
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to peptides
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (limited data)
Active chemotherapy treatment
Severe systemic allergies to peptides
Research Evidence
SS-31 Thymosin Beta-4
Status Well Studied Well Studied
References 4 studies 4 studies
Latest February 2024 —
FDA Approved No No
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