TB-500

preclinical

Also known as: Thymosin Beta-4 fragment, TB4 Ac-SDKP region

**Mechanism of Action** TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4 fragment) is a synthetic peptide corresponding to the actin-binding domain (Ac-SDKP region) of the endogenous protein thymosin β4. It primarily functions by sequestering monomeric actin (G-actin), thereby regulating cytoskeletal dynamics and promoting cell migration. This mechanism facilitates endothelial cell motility, angiogenesis, and extracellular matrix remodeling. Additionally, TB-500 upregulates anti-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-10) and downregulates pro-inflammatory mediators, contributing to tissue repair and reduced fibrosis. **Key Research Findings** Preclinical studies (16 PubMed-indexed references) demonstrate TB-500 accelerates wound healing, corneal repair, and cardiac recovery in animal models. In murine myocardial infarction models, TB-500 improved cardiac function and reduced scar size via enhanced neovascularization and myocyte survival. It also shows neuroprotective effects in spinal cord injury models by promoting axonal sprouting and reducing glial scar formation. Notably, TB-500’s short half-life (~2–4 hours) necessitates repeated dosing for sustained effects. **Clinical Relevance** Despite promising preclinical data, TB-500 remains in the preclinical stage with no completed human clinical trials. Its potential applications include chronic wound management, ischemic tissue repair, and anti-fibrotic therapy. However, safety, optimal dosing, and long-term effects in humans are uncharacterized. Regulatory approval is absent, and off-label use carries unknown risks. For research purposes only — not medical advice.

Key data

Category
Healing & Recovery
Molecular weight
889 g/mol
Molecular formula
C38H68N10O14
CAS number
885340-08-9
Administration
subcutaneous, intramuscular
Research status
preclinical
References
29
Tags
healing, actin, flexibility

Research & studies

Peptides in Regenerative Medicine: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Applications in Tissue Repair and Chronic Pain Management
Current pain and headache reports · 2026 · PubMed

Regenerative peptides target tissue repair and restoration, offering a potential alternative to conventional symptom-focused chronic pain management.; Evidence for regenerative peptides in chronic pain is limited, with most therapies lacking FDA approval and robust human clinical data.; The review provides an evidence-based framework for understanding the role of peptides like BPC-157, TB-4, and GHK-Cu in pain management.; Clinical use of these peptides should be guided by careful judgment and ongoing evaluation of emerging evidence.

Effects of BPC-157 and TB-500 on Achilles tendon healing in rats: A histopathological and biomechanical study
Joint diseases and related surgery · 2026 · PubMed

TB-500 significantly increased maximum load to failure compared to controls (p < 0.05), while BPC-157 showed a non-significant trend.; TB-500 significantly reduced total Bonar and Movin scores, and BPC+TB reduced Movin scores, indicating improved tendon architecture and reduced degeneration.; Sirius red analysis revealed increased type I collagen organization and altered type III distribution in treatment groups, especially TB-500, suggesting matrix maturation.; Combined BPC-157 and TB-500 did not provide additional benefits over either agent alone.

Dangers of Injectable Peptides and Other Unregulated "Biohacking" Drugs
Missouri medicine · 2026 · PubMed

Unapproved injectable peptides and other 'biohacking' drugs are widely accessible without prescriptions, driven by digital marketing and social media.; These unregulated substances lack established human safety profiles, unlike FDA-approved peptides such as semaglutide and tirzepatide.; Potential risks include product contamination, manufacturing impurities, inaccurate dosing, pathological angiogenesis, carcinogenesis, cardiovascular stress, and supraphysiological hormonal signaling.; Clinicians must recognize these trends and counsel patients on the long-term health hazards of these potent agents.

Comparative effects of dietary sodium butyrate and tributyrin on broiler chickens' performance, gene expression, intestinal histomorphometry, blood indices, and litter
Scientific reports · 2025 · PubMed

TB-300 improved body weight by 4.6% and FCR by 5.2%.; SB-500 significantly reduced litter Clostridia and aerobic bacteria counts.; TB-300 and SB-500 enhanced duodenal villi height and crypt-villus ratio.; All butyrate treatments increased serum total proteins and digestive enzymes.

Simultaneous quantification of TB-500 and its metabolites in in-vitro experiments and rats by UHPLC-Q-Exactive orbitrap MS/MS and their screening by wound healing activities in-vitro
Journal of chromatography. B, Analytical technologies in the biomedical and life sciences · 2024 · PubMed

Ac-LK was the primary metabolite with highest concentration in rats at 0-6 h intervals.; Ac-LKK was a long-term metabolite detected up to 72 hours.; No cytotoxicity was observed for TB-500 or its metabolites.; Ac-LKKTE exhibited significant wound healing activity compared to the control.

Letter to the Editor: Rethinking The Cost Of Antipsychotic Treatment: The Average Cost Of The Drugs Used In Turkey In 2020
Turk psikiyatri dergisi = Turkish journal of psychiatry · 2022 · PubMed

In 2020, the average annual cost of oral FAPDs was 925 TRY, while oral SAPDs cost 2,580 TRY, reducing the 2005 5-fold difference to 2.5-fold.; The cost difference between LAI FAPDs and LAI SAPDs did not change, with LA-SAPDs costing over 10,000 TRY annually and about 11 times more daily than oral drugs.; The 5-fold increase in the dollar exchange rate from 2005 to 2020 was not uniformly reflected in drug prices; some drugs decreased in price while others increased.; The difference between the lowest and highest daily costs decreased from 211 times in 2005 to 111 times in 2020, but remains substantial.

Logistic regression analysis of environmental and other variables and incidences of tuberculosis in respiratory patients
Scientific reports · 2020 · PubMed

Kerosene use was consistently associated with TB incidence (AOR 2.62, 95% CI 1.95-3.54).; A subset model with kerosene use, ventilation, workplace, and gender was deemed acceptable for estimating TB probability.; A 50% reduction in kerosene use could reduce TB probability by 13.29% in respiratory patients.; Recommendation was to replace kerosene with clean fuels like LPG or natural gas and promote rural electrification.

Residual effects of tobacco biochar along with different fixing agents on stabilization of trace elements in multi-metal contaminated soils
Journal of environmental sciences (China) · 2020 · PubMed

Stabilization of Pb, Cd, Cu, and Zn reached 63.84% with TB + CB, 61.19% with TB + CH, 83.31% with TB + CH, and 35.27% with TB + CH in mine-polluted soil.; In smelter low-polluted soil, stabilization reached 36.46% with TB + NZ, 38.46% with TB + NZ, 19.40% with TB + CH, and 62.43% with TB + CH.; TB + CH and TB alone mobilized Pb and Zn by up to 19.29% and 34.96% in mine-polluted soil, and Zn mobility reached 8.38% with TB + CB and 66.03% with TB in smelter high- and low-polluted soils.; Uptake and accumulation of Pb, Cd, Cu, and Zn in maize shoot and root were reduced in all three polluted soils.

Frequently asked questions

What is TB-500?

**Mechanism of Action** TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4 fragment) is a synthetic peptide corresponding to the actin-binding domain (Ac-SDKP region) of the endogenous protein thymosin β4. It primarily functions by sequestering monomeric actin (G-actin), thereby regulating cytoskeletal dynamics and promoting cell migration. This

How does TB-500 work?

Synthetic version of the actin-binding region of thymosin β4; promotes cell migration, angiogenesis, and wound repair.

What is the research status of TB-500?

TB-500 is currently classified as preclinical, with 29 research references on record. This is for research purposes only and is not medical advice.

What is the molecular weight of TB-500?

TB-500 has a molecular weight of approximately 889 g/mol (formula C38H68N10O14).

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