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Peptide ComparisonEpithalon vs MOTS-c
Both are Longevity & Cellular peptides.
Epithalon
Epitalon
Half-life: 30–60 minutes
173 providers listed
MOTS-c
Mitochondrial ORF of the 12S rRNA type-c
Half-life: Unknown (rapidly cleared from plasma)
181 providers listed
MOTS-c is carried by more providers on PeptideBase (181 vs 173); otherwise the two are closely matched on the measures we track.
Epithalon
Evidence
Half-life
30–60 minutes
MOTS-c
Evidence
Half-life
Unknown (rapidly cleared from plasma)
| Your goal | Better option |
|---|---|
| Stronger clinical evidence | MOTS-c |
| Lower typical price per mg | Epithalon |
| More provider options (173 vs 181) | MOTS-c |
Research summary only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before making any decisions.
Epithalon
MOTS-c
Epithalon
MOTS-c
The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis and reduces obesity and insulin resis…
LAT1-mediated delivery of engineered R13A-MOTS-c attenuates radiation-induced lung injury via Nrf2 activation…
Circulating mitochondrial-derived microproteins at rest and in response to an acute bout of endurance exercis…
Mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c activates metabolic signaling but blunts reparative function in human me…
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About Epithalon
Epithalon is believed to activate telomerase, the enzyme responsible for maintaining telomere length, with several in vitro and animal studies reporting telomere elongation. It also appears to regulate the expression of p53 and other cell-cycle control genes, modulate the hypothalamic-pituitary axis via pineal gland activity, and upregulate antioxidant defences including superoxide dismutase and catalase.
About MOTS-c
Mitochondria-derived peptide that translocates to nucleus under stress; activates AMPK pathway, regulates AICAR and folate-methionine cycle
Information below reflects published research data only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before use.
Epithalon
No established clinical contraindications. This is an investigational compound with limited human data and has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety in this context. Consult a qualified clinician.
MOTS-c
No established clinical contraindications. This is an investigational compound with limited human data and has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety in this context. Consult a qualified clinician.
Epithalon
GHK-Cu
Research suggests Epithalon and GHK-Cu may produce complementary longevity-associated effects when combined. Epithalon is studied for telomere maintenance and pineal function, while GHK-Cu is studied for antioxidant gene expression and tissue remodeling — different mechanisms in aging research.
Epithalon
MOTS-c
Where to source these peptides
Epithalon
173 listed
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Providers offeringMOTS-c
181 listed
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Data last updated July 22, 2026
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