Selank
Synthetic analog of a fragment of human tuftsin, studied in Russia for anxiolytic and nootropic effects.
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What the research shows
Russian clinical work suggests anxiolytic effects without sedation. Some EEG and BDNF-related findings.
What's still experimental
Independent western replication is limited. Mechanisms beyond GABAergic modulation are speculative.
Anecdotal / community reports
Reports of acute anxiety relief and improved focus are common online; effect sizes vary.
Anecdotal reports are NOT scientific evidence. They reflect personal experience and may not generalize.
Live research
Updated hourly · sourced from PubMed + ClinicalTrials.govClinical trials (ClinicalTrials.gov)
- Comparing the Efficacy of tDCS and tRNS to Improve Reading Skills in Children and Adolescents With DyslexiaUNKNOWNNCT05832060 · NA · n=24 · 2023-05-01
- Effects of PSAPs on Speech ProcessingCOMPLETEDNCT05076045 · NA · n=32 · 2022-03-01
- The Study on Effects of Acute Exposure to High Altitude Hypoxia on Cognitive Function in LowlandersCOMPLETEDNCT05411185 · N/A · n=43 · 2022-01-01
- Trial of Telephone-based Psychotherapy for Depression With and Without Adjunctive Supportive MailCOMPLETEDNCT01770990 · NA · n=59 · 2012-09
- Neural Mechanisms and Efficacy of Imagery Rescripting for Fear of FailureCOMPLETEDNCT07196085 · NA · n=81 · 2022-06-01
Known risks
Most data is from a single national research tradition; independent replication is limited.
Reported side effects
Reported as mild in available studies.
What requires medical supervision
Not FDA-approved. Discuss with a clinician — especially if you take other anxiolytics or antidepressants.
Questions for your clinician
- What independent (non-Russian) human evidence exists?
- Could this interact with SSRIs/SNRIs/benzodiazepines?