Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide derived from a naturally occurring peptide in your body (tuftsin), which plays a critical role in a properly functioning immune system. One key aspect of Selank’s mechanism is its ability to enhance the GABA effect through allosteric modulation, which plays a crucial role in regulating neuronal excitability throughout the nervous system.
GABA, a neurotransmitter with an inhibitory effect, assists in controlling the level of activity between excitation and inhibition within neural pathways. By enhancing this inhibitory action, Selank may provide relief from anxiety symptoms without causing some common side effects often seen with traditional medications such as benzodiazepines.
The preferred method of administering Selank is through a nasal spray, which allows the peptide to bypass the blood-brain barrier and directly affect neural pathways associated with anxiety. Though other anxiolytics can cause adverse reactions, intranasal administration of Selank has been demonstrated to be both secure and efficient in mitigating symptoms of anxiety without inducing side effects.