Product Name: Semax

Type: Cognitive & Neuroprotective Research Peptide

Research Focus:

Semax is a synthetic heptapeptide analog of ACTH(4–10) developed in Russia and studied primarily for cognitive enhancement and neuroprotection[1][2]. While intranasal administration is most common in clinical literature, subcutaneous injection offers a convenient once‑daily alternative for research purposes[1][4]. This educational protocol presents a practical SC approach using straightforward reconstitution for accurate insulin‑syringe measurements.
Research Interest:

- Cognitive performance and memory pathway research
- Neuroplasticity and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) studies
- Stress adaptation and resilience signaling models
- Focus, attention, and mental clarity pathways

Scientific Interest:

- Neurotrophic factor regulation
- Synaptic plasticity mechanisms
- Central nervous system signaling pathways

Reconstitution:

• Reconstitute: Add 3.0 mLbacteriostatic water (max vial capacity) → ~3.33 mg/mLconcentration.

• Typical daily range: 300–800 mcgonce daily (gradual titration recommended).

• Easy measuring: At 3.33 mg/mL, 1 unit = 0.01 mL ≈ 33.3 mcg on a U‑100 insulin syringe.

• Storage: Lyophilized: freeze at −20 °C (−4 °F); after reconstitution, refrigerate at 2–8 °C (35.6–46.4 °F); avoid freeze–thaw cycles[2][9].

Cycle:

Standard / Gradual Approach (3 mL = ~3.33 mg/mL)

For ≤10‑unit (≤0.10 mL) administrations, consider 30‑ or 50‑unit insulin syringes for improved readability.

Frequency: Inject once dailysubcutaneously[1][4]. This schedule uses the largest practical dilution (3.0 mL) to ensure per‑injection volumes are accurate and manageable. Most human nootropic studies use intranasal dosing in the range of 400–900 mcg/day divided into multiple administrations[2][3]; this SC protocol delivers comparable total daily amounts in a single injection for convenience.

Reconstitution Steps

1. Draw 3.0 mL bacteriostatic water with a sterile syringe.

2. Inject slowly down the vial wall; avoid foaming.

3. Gently swirl/roll until dissolved (do not shake vigorously).

4. Label and refrigerate at 2–8 °C (35.6–46.4 °F), protected from light[2].

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This product is intended strictly for laboratory research. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.