What is the difference between 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon?

The main difference is mechanism and research stage. 5-Amino-1MQ targets Nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) (preclinical / research chemical) and is studied for NNMT-inhibition & NAD+ metabolism research; Epitalon targets Pineal bioregulator (AEDG) (preclinical / preliminary) and is studied for telomere & circadian research. Both are research-use-only compounds, not for human or animal use.

Are 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon approved for human use?

No. Renova Wellness supplies both strictly for in-vitro laboratory and scientific research use only. Research status differs — 5-Amino-1MQ: preclinical / research chemical; Epitalon: preclinical / preliminary — but neither is sold for human or animal consumption, and no medical, therapeutic, or dosing claims are made.

How is purity verified for 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon?

Every lot of both compounds ships with its own per-batch Certificate of Analysis — identity by mass spectrometry, ≥98% purity by HPLC, and a unique lot number you can verify against the vial in your hand.

Research Comparison

5-Amino-1MQ vs Epitalon

5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon are often compared because both sit in longevity / metabolic research. 5-Amino-1MQ acts on nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) and is studied for NNMT-inhibition & NAD+ metabolism research, while Epitalon acts on pineal bioregulator (AEDG) and is studied for telomere & circadian research. Both are supplied as lyophilized powder for in-vitro laboratory research only — this page compares mechanism and research status, not dosing or human use.

5-Amino-1MQ

Longevity / metabolic

Epitalon

Longevity

Frequently asked

What is the difference between 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon?: The main difference is mechanism and research stage. 5-Amino-1MQ targets Nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) (preclinical / research chemical) and is studied for NNMT-inhibition & NAD+ metabolism research; Epitalon targets Pineal bioregulator (AEDG) (preclinical / preliminary) and is studied for telomere & circadian research. Both are research-use-only compounds, not for human or animal use.
Are 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon approved for human use?: No. Renova Wellness supplies both strictly for in-vitro laboratory and scientific research use only. Research status differs — 5-Amino-1MQ: preclinical / research chemical; Epitalon: preclinical / preliminary — but neither is sold for human or animal consumption, and no medical, therapeutic, or dosing claims are made.
How is purity verified for 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon?: Every lot of both compounds ships with its own per-batch Certificate of Analysis — identity by mass spectrometry, ≥98% purity by HPLC, and a unique lot number you can verify against the vial in your hand.

Key research terms

5-Amino-1MQ guide Epitalon guide NNMT Half-Life Reconstitution Research Use Only (RUO)

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Research references

Primary literature for 5-Amino-1MQ and Epitalon. Provided for scientific context only — not medical or dosing guidance.

Khavinson VKh, et al. Pineal-regulating tetrapeptide epitalon improves eye retina condition in retinitis pigmentosa. Neuro Endocrinol Lett. 2002. PMID 12195242 →
Anisimov VN, et al. Effect of Epitalon on biomarkers of aging, life span and spontaneous tumor incidence in female SHR mice. Biogerontology. 2003. PMID 14501183 →

Research use only. This comparison covers mechanism, target, and research status. It is not medical, therapeutic, or dosing advice. Compounds sold by Renova Wellness™ are for in-vitro laboratory research and are not for human or animal consumption.