Thymosin Alpha-1

Thymosin alpha 1 is classified as a thymic endogenous peptide, is comprised of 28 amino acids, and is naturally produced by the thymus. T cells, also known as immune cells, are critical to immunity in the body. T cells, mature in the thymus and are released by signaling from the thymosin alpha 1 peptide. As a result, the immune cells seek out and destroy foreign damaging agents in the body. Thymosin alpha 1 has demonstrated their ability in being able to boost particular T and dendritic cells, which play a vital role as defenses to those with reduced immunity and/or an infection.

Thymosin Alpha 1 is said to have a pleotropic effect. It is able to modulate the immune system’s response as well as assist with inflammation. It does this by working with T-cells and the natural maturation of the killer cells. Stimulation of cytokine production also occurs with the use of Thymosin. Add this to the fact that it can treat diseases like Lyme Disease, and you have a winning peptide.

Potential Side Effects

In rare cases, adverse reactions that have been observed include:

• Joint pains

• Swelling

• Injection site reactions (irritation, erythema, induration, pain, itching)

• Skin rash

Potential Benefits

·        Improves the performance of particular immune and dendritic cells.

·        Advances Th1 immune response and supports Th1/Th2 balance.

·        Supports the differentiation and maturation of T cells.

·        Lowers T cell apoptosis (programmed cellular death).

·        Helpful in the reduction of certain symptoms for infections.

·        Effective in promoting natural killer (NK) cell activity

·        Provides antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal properties.

·        Provides tumor specific antigens as well as anti-tumor properties.

·        Inhibits certain tumor growth.

·        Increases effectiveness of vaccines (adjuvant agent).

·        Impedes the replication of viruses.

·        Provides oxidative damage protection.