Thymosin Beta-4 (Tβ4) is a naturally occurring 43-amino acid peptide originally isolated from the thymus gland. It is the most abundant member of the beta-thymosin family and is found in virtually all cell types except red blood cells, where it serves as the primary intracellular G-actin sequestering peptide.
Note: This is the full-length Thymosin Beta-4 (43 amino acids), distinct from the TB-500 fragment. Research dosing in preclinical models varies widely. Human clinical trials (e.g., venous stasis ulcers, dry eye) have used topical formulations. Subcutaneous research protocols commonly discuss 2-5 mg administered 1-2 times weekly for 4-8 weeks (loading), then reduced to maintenance. Not FDA-approved for therapeutic use.
Mechanisms of Action
5Benefits
5Accelerated wound healing
RecoveryTopical or systemic TB4 increased re-epithelialization by 42% at day 4 and 61% at day 7 in preclinical models, with increased collagen deposition and angiogenesis.
Tissue repair and regeneration
RecoveryPromotes repair of skin, cornea, heart, and musculoskeletal tissues in animal models. Enhances ligament healing and dermal repair.
Cardiac repair after ischemia
RecoveryPreclinical evidence shows reduced infarct size and improved cardiac function following myocardial ischemia.
Reduced inflammation
ImmuneSystemic anti-inflammatory effects may benefit chronic inflammatory conditions and post-injury recovery.
Hair follicle stimulation
RecoveryPromotes hair follicle development and may stimulate hair growth through stem cell activation in the hair follicle niche.
Dosage Data
1Study: Thymosin beta 4 (TB4) is the most abundant member of the beta-thymosin family in... Year: 2021 | Route: intraperitoneal
Research Studies
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The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology · Yue Li, Zhengrong Chen, Miaomiao Han, Zhen Duan, Ruizhe Li
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International journal of molecular sciences · Klaudia Maar, Jeffrey E Thatcher, Egor Karpov, Szilard Rende...
Thymosin β
Cells · Gavino Faa, Irene Messana, Pierpaolo Coni, Monica Piras, Giu...
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International immunopharmacology · Ildiko Bock-Marquette, Klaudia Maar, Szabolcs Maar, Balint L...
Acute tympanic membrane perforations primarily occur due to injury or infection in humans. In acute ...
International immunopharmacology · Peter Bako, Balint Lippai, Jazmin Nagy, Sofie Kramer, Balint...
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