Selank

Not enough proof

A lab-made peptide people use for stress or worry. It is not approved in the US, and safety proof is missing.

Pending medical review Updated October 16, 2026

What is it?

Selank is a short lab-made peptide. You may also see it called TP-7.

Why do people use it?

Some people say it helps with stress, worry, or sleep. These are claims. They are not proven facts.

Does it really work?

The FDA says it is missing important safety facts about Selank in people.

Is it safe? Side effects

  • The FDA says it does not have enough safety facts about Selank in people.
  • The FDA warns your body might fight it like a germ. Doctors call this an immune reaction.
  • Products may have unwanted bits left over from how they were made.

Talk to your doctor

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FAQ

What is Selank?

Selank is a short lab-made peptide. You may also see it called TP-7.

Does Selank work?

The FDA says it is missing important safety facts about Selank in people.

Is Selank legal in the US?

No. Selank is not an FDA-approved medicine. (The FDA is the US agency that checks if medicines are safe and work.) The FDA put Selank on a list of things that may be risky when a pharmacy mixes them into a medicine.

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