Anti-Aging Protocol
CartalaxComplete Dosing & Administration Guide
Chondroprotective tripeptide bioregulator (Ala-Glu-Asp) that activates chondrogenic differentiation through SOX9/COL2A1/aggrecan upregulation, reverses senescence-associated secretory phenotype in aging chondrocytes, and provides geroprotective effects through SIRT-6 upregulation and p16/p21/p53 suppression
Dose Range
2-5mg
Frequency
Once daily
Route
Oral (capsule)
Cycle Length
12+ weeks
Dosing
How much
do I take?
Starting Dose
2-3 mg once daily
Begin with the conservative starting protocol. Oral capsules taken before breakfast with water. The AED tripeptide is absorbed by intestinal peptide transporters (PepT1/PepT2). Effects are gradual — cartilage repair mechanisms take weeks to produce functional improvements. Do not expect pain relief during the initial period; Cartalax is not an analgesic.
Standard Dose
4-5 mg daily (divided doses)
Standard clinical protocol. In Russian clinical practice, typical protocols use 20-day courses with intervals of 3-6 months. Can be combined with conventional OA treatments (physical therapy, joint support supplements). The epigenetic effects (SASP reversal, SIRT-6 upregulation) persist beyond the active treatment period. Track joint function, stiffness, and mobility to assess response over weeks to months.
Advanced Dose
6 capsules daily (as used in clinical studies)
Clinical study protocol used in Russian OA patients ages 52-72. Combined with conventional osteoarthritis treatment. This higher dose was used alongside standard therapy for patients with significant musculoskeletal pathology. Often combined with complementary Khavinson bioregulators: Sigumir for joint/bone support, Ventfort for vascular health, and Vilon for immune function. Repeat courses every 3-6 months.
Timing
Best time to take
Take Cartalax at the same time each day for consistent blood levels. Morning dosing with breakfast is often preferred, but follow your healthcare provider's specific instructions.
With food?
Cartalax can typically be taken with or without food. Taking it with a light meal may help reduce any GI discomfort. Avoid taking with grapefruit juice or high-fat meals unless specifically directed.
If stacking
Cartalax should be used as directed by your healthcare provider. If combining with other medications or supplements, discuss potential interactions with your provider. Avoid combining with compounds that have overlapping mechanisms unless specifically guided by a medical professional.
Adjusting Your Dose
Increase if
- +You've tolerated the current dose for the recommended period without significant side effects
- +Therapeutic goals haven't been met at the current dose level
- +Your healthcare provider recommends dose escalation based on your response
- +Lab work or clinical assessments support a higher dose
Decrease if
- -Side effects are bothersome or impacting daily life despite management strategies
- -You experience any signs of an adverse reaction
- -Lab results indicate the need for dose reduction
- -Your healthcare provider recommends a lower dose based on your response
Signs of right dose
- ✓Therapeutic goals being met with minimal side effects
- ✓Stable and consistent response to treatment
- ✓Lab values or clinical markers trending in the right direction
- ✓Good tolerance with manageable or absent side effects
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Administration
How do I
use it?
Reconstitution
What you need
- •Cartalax in its prescribed form
- •Clean, dry storage container
- •Measuring device if applicable (oral syringe, measuring cup)
- •Calendar or reminder app for dosing schedule
Injection
Route
Cartalax is administered Oral (capsule)—no injection required
Best sites
- •Not applicable—this is not an injectable formulation
Technique
- 1.Follow the specific administration instructions for your Cartalax formulation
- 2.Take or apply as directed by your healthcare provider
- 3.Store properly between uses according to package instructions
Storage
Signs of degradation
Sample Daily Schedule
Safety
Is it
safe?
Safety Profile
Cartalax (polypeptide complex from bovine cartilage) has not undergone formal FDA approval or rigorous clinical safety trials. The safety profile is based on traditional use in Russia and Eastern Europe as a cartilage extract supplement, with limited published safety data. As a complex mixture of polypeptides, collagens, and proteoglycans, the actual active components and their pharmacology are undefined, making toxicity prediction impossible. Potential allergic reactions to bovine proteins exist, and contamination risks from source animal tissues cannot be ruled out without pharmaceutical manufacturing standards.
Evidence consists of observational clinical use in Russian medical practice spanning several decades and a small number of open-label clinical studies without proper controls. No preclinical toxicology studies, Phase 1 dose-escalation data, Phase 2 efficacy trials, or Phase 3 confirmatory studies exist. Published research is primarily in Russian-language journals and lacks rigorous methodology by modern standards.
Common Side Effects
Experienced by some users
Mild injection site reaction
Pain, redness, or slight swelling at the subcutaneous injection site when injectable form is used. Common with peptide injections.
Management: Rotate injection sites. Apply cold compress if needed. Resolves spontaneously within 24-48 hours.
Mild GI discomfort
Slight nausea or stomach discomfort with oral capsule administration, particularly on an empty stomach.
Management: Take with a small amount of food. Consider sublingual form to bypass the GI tract.
Mild fatigue
Slight fatigue during the initial days as the body adjusts to epigenetic gene expression changes in connective tissues.
Management: Usually resolves within 3-5 days. Rest as needed.
Transient joint stiffness
Temporary increase in joint stiffness as cartilage repair processes initiate and the tissue remodeling balance shifts from catabolism to anabolism.
Management: Gentle movement and stretching. This may indicate active tissue repair. Should improve as the treatment course progresses.
Less Common
- •Temporary increase in joint discomfort
These typically resolve with continued use or dose adjustment.
Stop and Seek Help If
- ×Severe or worsening side effects that don't improve with dose adjustment or supportive care
- ×Signs of an allergic reaction—rash, hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing
- ×Your healthcare provider recommends discontinuation based on your clinical response
- ×Development of any new medical condition that may be contraindicated with Cartalax
- ×Pregnancy or planning to become pregnant (unless specifically approved for use during pregnancy)
- ×Abnormal lab results or clinical markers that suggest adverse effects
Cartalax should only be started, adjusted, or discontinued under medical supervision. This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Never stop a prescribed treatment without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abrupt discontinuation may have consequences.
Interactions
With other peptides
- ✓May be used together under medical guidance.
- ✓May be used together under medical guidance.
- ✓May be used together under medical guidance.
With medications
- !High-dose NSAIDs chronically — may mask the gradual improvements from Cartalax and some evidence suggests chronic NSAID use can impair cartilage repair - Use with caution—discuss with your healthcare provider.
- !Immunosuppressive medications without medical guidance — Cartalax has immunomodulatory effects through cytokine regulation - Use with caution—discuss with your healthcare provider.
- !Corticosteroid joint injections immediately preceding Cartalax treatment — local immunosuppression may impair the peptide's bioregulatory effects - Use with caution—discuss with your healthcare provider.
With supplements
- ✓Multivitamins - Generally safe to take alongside Cartalax. Space doses apart if taking oral formulations to ensure optimal absorption.
- ✓Electrolyte supplements - Helpful if experiencing any GI side effects that could lead to dehydration. Safe to combine.
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