Vilon vs Vesilute
Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.
- Summary
- Vilon is a synthetic dipeptide (Lys-Glu) derived from the thymus gland extract Thymalin. The shortest immune-regulatory peptide known, Vilon modulates T-cell and NK-cell function, extends lifespan in animal models, and shows epigenetic anti-aging activity. It is one of the Khavinson peptide bioregulators.
- Vesilute is a tetrapeptide bioregulator (Lys-Glu-Asp-Leu) developed by Professor Vladimir Khavinson, tissue-specific for the retina and visual system. It supports retinal cell function, promotes normalization of photoreceptor protein synthesis, and is studied for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), retinal aging, and vision preservation in the elderly.
- Half-Life
- Very short as a free dipeptide; effects mediated via gene regulation
- Short (minutes); sustained gene-regulatory effects
- Admin Route
- SubQ, Oral
- SubQ, Oral
- Research
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- Typical Dose
- 1–2 mg SC daily or 5–10 mg oral daily
- 10 mg per day
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Daily for 10–30 days
- Key Benefits
- Immune system modulation and restoration
- Lifespan extension (30–40% in animal studies)
- T-cell and NK-cell activation
- Epigenetic anti-aging activity
- Reduces oxidative stress markers
- Antioxidant gene upregulation
- May prevent age-related immune senescence
- Anti-tumor immune surveillance
- Supports retinal photoreceptor cell function and survival
- May slow progression of age-related macular degeneration
- Reduces retinal cell apoptosis from oxidative stress and aging
- Anti-aging effects on retinal pigment epithelium
- Potential support in diabetic retinopathy management
- Preserves visual acuity with aging
- Complementary to lutein, zeaxanthin, and NAD+ in ocular health protocols
- Side Effects
- Excellent safety profile, decades of Russian clinical use
- Rare: mild injection site reaction
- Very rare: mild allergic reaction
- Generally well tolerated
- Mild injection site reactions
- No significant ocular adverse events reported at standard doses
- Stacks With
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