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ARA-290 Profile

Extensively Studied

Tissue-Protective Peptide | Innate Repair Receptor Agonist

Overview

Ara 290 is an engineered 11-amino acid peptide activating the Innate Repair Receptor (IRR) to provide tissue-protective effects without red blood cell stimulation. Has FDA Orphan Drug status.

Mechanism of Action

Activates IRR through EPOR/β-common receptor complex, triggering tissue-protective signaling without erythropoietic effects.

Key Benefits

  • Proven tissue protection
  • Nerve regeneration
  • Anti-inflammatory effects
  • Excellent safety profile in clinical trials

Quick Stats

Typical Dose
4 mg daily
Frequency
Once daily
Cycle Duration
28 days
Storage
Lyophilized: 2-8°C refrigerated, protect from light. Reconstituted: use immediately or refrigerate up to 24 hours

Molecular Information

Molecular Weight
1,257 Da
Length
11 amino acids
Type
Engineered peptide
Half-Life
~20 minutes (SubQ), ~2 minutes (IV)

Amino Acid Sequence

One-letter: ?ELERALNSS
pGl
1

pGlu

Position 1

Glu
2

Glutamic Acid

Position 2

Leu
3

Leucine

Position 3

Glu
4

Glutamic Acid

Position 4

Arg
5

Arginine

Position 5

Ala
6

Alanine

Position 6

Leu
7

Leucine

Position 7

Asn
8

Asparagine

Position 8

Ser
9

Serine

Position 9

Ser
10

Serine

Position 10

N-terminus C-terminus
Hydrophobic
Polar
Positive (+)
Negative (-)
Modified

Modifications

N-terminal pyroglutamate Derived from erythropoietin

Research Indications

The following information is derived from published scientific literature and is provided for educational and research reference purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. These peptides are not approved for human use and are sold exclusively for in-vitro laboratory research.

Peripheral Nerve Regeneration

Most Effective

23% increase in corneal nerve fiber area with sustained pain improvement.

Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment

Most Effective

Nerve regeneration and metabolic improvements in Type 2 diabetes patients.

CNS Protection

Most Effective

Crosses blood-brain barrier for stroke and TBI neuroprotection.

Wound Healing

Effective

Improves epithelialization and angiogenesis via VEGF upregulation.

Cardiovascular Protection

Effective

Reduces infarct size in myocardial infarction models.

Anti-Aging Effects

Effective

Maintains cardiac function in aging models.

Cytokine Reduction

Moderate

Reduces TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-12 production.

IBD Support

Moderate

Reduces colitis severity in animal models.

Transplant Protection

Moderate

Improves graft survival and reduces rejection.

Dosing Protocols

injectable

Primary clinical administration route with proven efficacy.

Goal Dose Frequency Route
Neuropathy Treatment 4 mg daily Once daily SubQ
Tissue Protection 1-8 mg daily Once daily SubQ
Acute Intervention 2 mg 3x weekly IV

Key Tips

  • Proven clinical efficacy
  • Established dosing protocols
  • Good safety record
Materials Needed
Ara 290 lyophilized powder (4 mg vial) Sterile water for injection Sterile syringes and needles Alcohol swabs Light protection
Steps
  1. 1 Allow vial to reach room temperature (15-20 minutes)
  2. 2 Clean vial top with alcohol swab
  3. 3 Slowly inject 1 mL sterile water
  4. 4 Gently swirl to dissolve (no vigorous shaking)
  5. 5 Slight cloudiness is normal
  6. 6 Use immediately or refrigerate up to 24 hours
  7. 7 Protect from light
  8. 8 Rotate injection sites

Peptide Interactions

BPC-157

Synergistic

Complementary tissue repair pathways may enhance wound healing.

TB-500

Synergistic

Combined mechanisms enhance recovery from injury.

Thymosin Beta-4

Compatible

No known interactions; different mechanisms for tissue protection.

EPO

Avoid

Clinical trials exclude EPO use within 2 months due to receptor interference.

NAD+

Monitor

Both affect cellular metabolism; monitor for additive effects.

Semaglutide

Compatible

No adverse interactions in clinical trials with GLP-1 agonists.

Growth Hormone

Monitor

Both affect tissue repair; requires monitoring for excessive growth factor activity.

Anti-TNF Biologics

Avoid

6-month washout required before Ara 290 to avoid immune interactions.

What to Expect

Week 1-2

Initial anti-inflammatory effects and mild pain symptom improvement

Week 2-4

Progressive nerve regeneration, improved tissue healing markers

Week 4-6

Peak therapeutic effects, maximum nerve fiber density improvements

Month 2-6

Long-lasting benefits via molecular switch effect

Side Effects & Safety

Common Side Effects

  • Excellent safety profile in clinical trials with no serious drug-related adverse events

Monitoring

  • Injection site reactions
  • Anti-drug antibody development
  • Blood count changes
  • No hematopoietic effects or polycythemia risk unlike erythropoietin

Stop Signs

  • Severe injection site reactions
  • Unexpected blood count changes
  • Allergic reaction signs
  • Worsening of underlying condition
  • New neurological symptoms
  • Any serious adverse events

Contraindications

  • Recent anti-TNF therapy (within 6 months)
  • EPO use (within 2 months)
  • Pregnancy
  • BMI > 34 kg/m²

Quality Checklist

Good Signs

  • Pharmaceutical grade manufacturing with GMP conditions
  • Proper peptide sequence verification - correct 11-amino acid sequence with N-terminal pyroglutamate
  • Sterile lyophilized powder with proper freeze-drying
  • Clinical batch documentation - Purity >95%, endotoxin <1 EU/mg, sterility verified

Warning Signs

  • Light-sensitive formulation - requires protection during storage and use

Bad Signs

  • Cloudy or discolored solution indicates degradation; should be clear to slightly cloudy

Research & References

Key References

  1. 2017

    Sarcoidosis Neuropathy Phase 2b Trial

    64 patients, 1-8 mg SC daily for 28 days: 23% increase in corneal nerve fiber area at 4 mg dose.

  2. 2015

    Type 2 Diabetes Neuropathy Phase 2

    48 patients, 4 mg SC daily for 28 days: Sustained HbA1c improvement and nerve regeneration.

  3. 2020

    Diabetic Macular Edema Pilot Study

    9 patients, 4 mg SC daily for 12 weeks: Improved quality of life; good safety profile.

  4. 2012

    Myocardial Infarction Protection Study

    Preclinical mouse model, 24 μg/kg IV single dose: Reduced infarct size and improved survival.

  5. 2011

    Stroke Neuroprotection Research

    Rat stroke model, 300 μg/kg IV single dose: Reduced stroke volume; BBB penetration confirmed.

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