Crystagen
Connective tissue bioregulator · Khavinson joint peptide · Cartilage bioregulator
A peptide bioregulator from the Khavinson Institute targeting connective tissue — cartilage, ligaments, and joints — for repair and age-related degeneration.
Half-Life
~30-60 minutes (estimated)
MW
N/A
Amino Acids
N/A
Evidence
Low Evidence
Regulatory Status
Research compound. Used in some Eastern European research and clinical settings for joint disease. Not FDA/EMA approved.
In Plain English
A short Russian-developed peptide that acts as an "on switch" for cartilage and connective tissue genes that get silenced with age or injury. Works at the gene level to restore collagen production and joint tissue health — complementary to BPC-157's healing approach.
Overview
Crystagen is a synthetic peptide bioregulator developed by the Khavinson research group at the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology, specifically targeting connective tissue cells including chondrocytes, fibroblasts, and extracellular matrix-producing cells. It follows the same epigenetic bioregulator model as Epitalon and other Khavinson peptides — short peptides that bind chromatin and restore gene expression in aged or damaged tissue-specific cells. Research focuses on cartilage integrity, joint health, and connective tissue regeneration, making it relevant for osteoarthritis research and sports recovery applications.
Common Formats
- Lyophilized powder (injectable)
- Oral capsules (research)
Storage Notes
-20°C lyophilized. 4°C reconstituted. Protect from light and repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
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Related Compounds
BPC-157
A 15 amino acid peptide derived from human gastric juice, widely researched for its tissue-healing and cytoprotective properties.
TB-500
A synthetic version of the naturally occurring peptide Thymosin Beta-4, studied for tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and vascular remodeling.
GHK-Cu
A naturally occurring copper complex peptide with potent wound healing, anti-aging, and regenerative properties studied extensively for skin and tissue applications.
Epitalon
A synthetic tetrapeptide based on Epithalamin with telomerase activation and antioxidant properties showing remarkable longevity effects in multiple animal species.
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