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Thymosin Alpha-1 vs TB-500

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

Immune SupportAnti-Aging & Longevity
Thymosin Alpha-1
Recovery & Repair
TB-500
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.
TB-500 is a synthetic fragment of Thymosin Beta-4, a naturally occurring peptide found in nearly all human and animal cells. It promotes cell migration to injury sites, accelerates tissue regeneration, and reduces chronic inflammation.
Half-Life
2–3 hours
2–3 hours
Admin Route
SubQ
SubQ, IM
Research
Typical Dose
0.8–1.6 mg
2–2.5 mg
Frequency
Twice weekly
Twice weekly
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
  • Enhances muscle tissue regeneration
  • Accelerates healing of wounds and injuries
  • Reduces inflammation and pain
  • Improves flexibility and mobility
  • Promotes new blood vessel formation
  • Supports hair growth and skin health
  • May improve cardiac function after injury
  • Systemic healing effect — works at distance from injection site
Side Effects
  • Injection site irritation
  • Mild flu-like symptoms initially (immune activation)
  • Fatigue (rare)
  • Injection site discomfort
  • Fatigue (rare)
  • Headache (rare)
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