blend
Cerebrolysin
moderateResearch Use OnlyIM
Brain-repair peptide blend from pig brain tissue containing natural nerve growth factors. Used for stroke and TBI recovery in 50+ countries. Strongest RCT evidence of any brain peptide.
Key facts
- Classification
- Cerebrolysin is a porcine brain-derived peptide preparation of low-molecular-weight neuropeptides.
- Primary benefits
- Brain & Cognition (10/10) · Injury Healing (6/10) · Mood & Anxiety (4/10)
- Administration
- IM
- Doses studied
- 5 mL intramuscular (IM) daily, or larger doses via IV infusion, for 10-20 days. NOT administered subcutaneously. Specific protocols vary depending on the condition being treated.
- Evidence strength
- Moderate — 20 peer-reviewed studies
- Stacks well with
- Semax, Dihexa, Selank, SS-31
- Legal status
- Research Use Only · not prescribable in US
Quick stats
- Type
- Blend
- Administration
- IM
- Studies referenced
- 20
- Stacks with
- 4 peptides
- Regulatory
- Research Use Only
Scientific overview
Cerebrolysin is a porcine brain-derived peptide preparation of low-molecular-weight neuropeptides. Mimics BDNF, GDNF, and CNTF signaling. CASTA trial (n=1,070) showed improved neurological outcomes when administered within 72 hours of stroke. Approved in 50+ countries.
Goal coverage · Cerebrolysin
🧠 Brain & Cognition10/10
🩹 Injury Healing6/10
😌 Mood & Anxiety4/10
⏳ Longevity3/10
Medical oversight requiredNot safe during pregnancy· 4 contraindications