Cartalax
Also known as: Cartilage peptide bioregulator · AC-4 cartilage complex · Sigumir alternative
A cartilage and bone-targeting peptide bioregulator from the Khavinson series. Studied for arthritis, osteochondrosis, fracture recovery, and joint aging. Stimulates chondrocyte proliferation and collagen synthesis in cartilage tissue, supporting structural repair and maintenance of joint integrity.
Mechanism of Action
Cartalax targets chondrocyte and osteoblast nuclei, regulating genes involved in extracellular matrix synthesis, collagen production, and proteoglycan synthesis. It promotes chondrocyte proliferation, inhibits MMP (matrix metalloproteinase) activity that degrades cartilage, and stimulates aggrecan and type-II collagen synthesis — the key components of healthy articular cartilage.
Benefits
- Stimulates chondrocyte proliferation
- Increases collagen type II and aggrecan synthesis
- Inhibits cartilage-degrading MMPs
- Fracture and cartilage injury recovery
- Anti-aging effects in joints
- Osteoarthritis and osteochondrosis research
- Synergistic with BPC-157 for joint healing
Side Effects & Risks
- Generally well tolerated
- Injection site reactions
- Limited Western clinical data
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Storage & Reconstitution Guide
Storage Temperature
-20°C (lyophilized)
24 months (lyophilized), 28 days (reconstituted)
Reconstitution Solvent
Bacteriostatic water (BAC water)
Swirl gently — do not shake or vortex
Handling Notes
Protect lyophilized peptide from moisture and light. Once reconstituted, keep refrigerated. Discard if solution becomes cloudy or discolored. Use insulin syringe for precise dosing.
Step-by-Step Reconstitution
Gather supplies
BAC water, insulin syringe, alcohol swabs, vial
Disinfect tops
Swab rubber stoppers of both vials with alcohol
Draw BAC water
Pull desired mL of BAC water into syringe
Inject slowly
Inject BAC water down the side of the peptide vial, swirl gently to dissolve
Research Protocol
- Dose Range
- 1–2 mg
- Frequency
- Daily for 10-day courses
- Cycle
- 10-day courses, 2x per year
- Routes
- subcutaneous injection
- Notes
- Standard Khavinson protocol: 1-2mg/day for 10 days, 2x per year. Often combined with BPC-157 for comprehensive joint healing.
Legal & Regulatory Status
Sold for research purposes only. Not for human use. Laws vary by country.
Commonly Stacked With
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Chemical Properties
- Mol. Weight
- ~480 Da
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