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Cardiogen vs AHK-Cu

Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.

Anti-Aging & Longevity
Cardiogen
Skin & CosmeticAnti-Aging & Longevity
AHK-Cu
Summary
Cardiogen is a tetrapeptide bioregulator (Ala-Glu-Asp-Arg) developed by Professor Vladimir Khavinson. It is a tissue-specific bioregulator for the heart and myocardium, designed to normalize cardiomyocyte function and support cardiac tissue regeneration. Research has demonstrated cardioprotective effects, improved cardiac rhythm, and benefits in recovery from ischemic injury.
AHK-Cu is a copper tripeptide composed of alanine, histidine, and lysine chelated to copper. Distinct from GHK-Cu, AHK-Cu exhibits strong affinity for hair follicle receptors and demonstrates potent hair growth stimulation alongside wound healing and skin regeneration properties.
Half-Life
Short (minutes); gene-regulatory effects persist longer
Hours (topical, variable by formulation)
Admin Route
SubQ, Oral
Topical, Scalp application, Subcutaneous (research)
Research
Typical Dose
10 mg per day
0.01–0.1% concentration
Frequency
Daily for 10–30 days
Once or twice daily
Key Benefits
  • Cardioprotective effects on myocardial tissue
  • Normalization of cardiomyocyte protein synthesis
  • May improve cardiac rhythm and conduction
  • Support for recovery from ischemic cardiac events
  • Anti-aging effects on heart tissue
  • Potential reduction in cardiac fibrosis
  • Often combined with Epithalon for comprehensive cardiovascular longevity support
  • Stimulates hair follicle growth and reduces shedding
  • Increases dermal papilla cell proliferation
  • Promotes wound healing and skin regeneration
  • Antioxidant protection via superoxide dismutase activation
  • Improves skin elasticity and firmness
  • Supports collagen and elastin production
Side Effects
  • Generally well tolerated in available research
  • Mild injection site reactions
  • No significant adverse cardiovascular events reported at standard doses
  • Generally well-tolerated topically
  • Mild scalp irritation or redness in sensitive individuals
  • Possible temporary hair shedding phase at treatment initiation
  • Copper accumulation with excessive systemic use (rare)
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