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Thymosin Alpha-1 vs Livagen

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

Immune SupportAnti-Aging & Longevity
Thymosin Alpha-1
Anti-Aging & Longevity
Livagen
Summary
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a naturally occurring 28-amino acid peptide derived from the thymus gland. It is a powerful immune modulator approved in many countries for treating chronic hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and as an adjunct in cancer immunotherapy.
Livagen is a dipeptide bioregulator (Lys-Glu) developed by Professor Vladimir Khavinson, tissue-specific for the liver and thymus. It supports hepatocyte function, promotes liver cell regeneration, and modulates immune function via thymic activity. Research suggests benefits in chronic liver disease, hepatic aging, and immune restoration following liver damage.
Half-Life
2–3 hours
Short (minutes); gene-regulatory effects are sustained
Admin Route
SubQ
SubQ, Oral
Research
Typical Dose
0.8–1.6 mg
10 mg per day
Frequency
Twice weekly
Daily for 10–30 days
Key Benefits
  • Enhances T-cell and NK cell activity
  • Supports recovery from viral and bacterial infections
  • May reduce inflammation systemically
  • Supports healthy aging and immune resilience
  • Improves vaccine response
  • Supports liver health
  • May help with chronic fatigue syndrome and post-viral conditions
  • Approved in multiple countries for hepatitis B and C treatment
  • Supports hepatocyte regeneration and liver tissue repair
  • Normalizes liver cell protein synthesis
  • Immune modulation via thymic activity
  • Potential benefits in chronic hepatitis and liver aging
  • Anti-aging effects on hepatic tissue
  • May support liver recovery after toxic insult or alcohol damage
  • Complementary to NAD+ and glutathione in liver health protocols
Side Effects
  • Injection site irritation
  • Mild flu-like symptoms initially (immune activation)
  • Fatigue (rare)
  • Generally well tolerated
  • Mild injection site reactions
  • No significant hepatotoxic effects reported at standard doses
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