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Glutathione vs ARA-290

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

Anti-Aging & LongevityImmune Support
Glutathione
Immune SupportRecovery & Repair
ARA-290
Summary
Glutathione is the body's master endogenous antioxidant tripeptide, composed of glutamate, cysteine, and glycine. It neutralizes reactive oxygen species, supports detoxification in the liver, recycles other antioxidants (vitamins C and E), and plays a central role in immune function, DNA repair, and cellular redox balance.
ARA-290 is a synthetic 11-amino acid peptide derived from the helix B region of erythropoietin (EPO). Unlike EPO, it selectively activates the innate repair receptor (IRR) without stimulating hematopoiesis, providing tissue protection, anti-inflammation, and neuropathy relief.
Half-Life
Minutes to hours depending on route; IV half-life approximately 10-30 minutes
~2–4 hours (SC administration)
Admin Route
Oral (liposomal preferred), Sublingual, Intravenous, Nebulized/inhaled, Topical
SubQ
Research
Typical Dose
250-1000 mg per day
4 mg (fixed dose)
Frequency
Once or twice daily
Once daily
Key Benefits
  • Primary endogenous antioxidant and free radical scavenger
  • Supports hepatic detoxification of xenobiotics and heavy metals
  • Recycles vitamins C and E to maintain antioxidant network
  • Modulates immune function and T-cell activity
  • Skin brightening via inhibition of tyrosinase (IV/topical routes)
  • Neuroprotective in oxidative stress-related conditions
  • Mitochondrial protection and energy metabolism support
  • Reduces neuropathic pain from small fiber neuropathy
  • Anti-inflammatory without immune suppression
  • Tissue protection after ischemia/reperfusion injury
  • Promotes nerve fiber regeneration
  • Improves symptoms of sarcoidosis-associated neuropathy
  • May reduce insulin resistance and improve metabolic health
  • Shown to improve autonomic neuropathy symptoms
Side Effects
  • Oral bioavailability is limited (largely hydrolyzed in gut); liposomal or sublingual forms preferred
  • IV administration: rare allergic reactions, vein irritation
  • High-dose supplementation may cause zinc depletion over time
  • Inhaled glutathione may trigger bronchoconstriction in asthmatics
  • Injection site reactions
  • Mild fatigue at initiation
  • Transient warm sensation post-injection
  • Rare: mild headache
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