Ara 290
Ara 290 (Cibinetide) is an engineered 11-amino acid peptide derived from erythropoietin that activates the Innate Repair Receptor (IRR) to provide tissue-protective effects without stimulating red…
Also known as: Tissue-Protective Peptide, Innate Repair Receptor Agonist
Overview
Ara 290 (Cibinetide) is an engineered 11-amino acid peptide derived from erythropoietin that activates the Innate Repair Receptor (IRR) to provide tissue-protective effects without stimulating red blood cell production. It has completed multiple Phase 2 clinical trials and holds FDA Orphan Drug status for several indications.
Key Benefits
- Peripheral Nerve Regeneration
- Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment
- Central Nervous System Protection
Proven tissue protection, nerve regeneration, anti-inflammatory effects, excellent safety profile in clinical trials
Mechanism of Action
Activates Innate Repair Receptor (IRR) through EPOR/β-common receptor complex, triggering tissue-protective signaling without erythropoietic effects
Research Protocols Injectable
| Goal | Dose | Frequency | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neuropathy Treatment | 4 mg daily | Once daily | Subcutaneous |
| Tissue Protection | 1-8 mg daily | Once daily | Subcutaneous |
| Acute Intervention | 2 mg | 3x weekly | Subcutaneous |
| Research Protocol | 4 mg daily | Once daily for 28 days | Subcutaneous |
Research protocols from published literature — not dosing recommendations.
Peptide Interactions
- BPC-157 — Synergistic: Both peptides promote tissue repair through complementary pathways - Ara 290 via IRR activation and BPC-157 via growth factor signaling, potentially enhancing wound healing and neuroprotection
- TB-500 — Synergistic: Combined tissue repair mechanisms may enhance recovery from injury - Ara 290 provides anti-inflammatory effects while TB-500 promotes cellular migration and angiogenesis
- Thymosin Beta-4 — Compatible: No known interactions between IRR activation and thymosin pathways, both work through different mechanisms for tissue protection and repair
- EPO (Erythropoietin) — Avoid Combination: Clinical trials exclude recent EPO use within 2 months due to potential receptor interference and unclear combined effects on hematopoiesis
- NAD+ — Monitor Combination: Both affect cellular metabolism and stress response - monitor for additive anti-inflammatory effects and potential enhanced tissue protection
- Semaglutide — Compatible: Clinical trials included patients on antidiabetic medications including GLP-1 agonists with no adverse interactions, may provide complementary metabolic benefits
- Growth Hormone — Use Caution: Both affect tissue repair and growth pathways - combination may enhance effects but requires monitoring for potential excessive growth factor activity
- Anti-TNF Biologics — Requires Timing: Clinical protocols require 6-month washout from anti-TNF therapy before Ara 290 to avoid potential immune system interactions
Peptide Instructions Injectable
Supplies:
- Ara 290 lyophilized powder (4 mg vial)
- Sterile water for injection or phosphate buffer
- Sterile syringes and needles
- Alcohol swabs
- Proper lighting (protect from light)
- Refrigeration for storage
How to Reconstitute Injectable
- 1Allow vial to reach room temperature (15-20 minutes)
- 2Clean vial top with alcohol swab
- 3Slowly inject 1 mL sterile water into vial
- 4Gently swirl to dissolve (do not shake vigorously)
- 5Solution may appear slightly cloudy - this is normal
- 6Use immediately or store at 2-8°C for up to 24 hours
- 7Protect from light during storage and use
- 8Rotate injection sites (anterior thigh recommended)
What to Expect Injectable
Week 1-2: Initial anti-inflammatory effects, potential mild improvement in pain symptoms. Week 2-4: Progressive nerve regeneration, improved tissue healing markers, enhanced wound healing if applicable. Week 4-6: Peak therapeutic effects, maximum nerve fiber density improvements, sustained pain relief. Month 2-6: Long-lasting benefits continue due to "molecular switch" effect, sustained tissue protection.
Side Effects & Safety
Excellent safety profile in clinical trials with no serious drug-related adverse events. No anti-drug antibodies detected in human studies. No hematopoietic effects or risk of polycythemia unlike erythropoietin. Contraindicated with recent anti-TNF therapy (within 6 months) or EPO use (within 2 months). Monitor for injection site reactions and rotate injection sites. Not recommended during pregnancy or in patients with BMI >34 kg/m².
Excellent safety profile in clinical trials with no serious drug-related adverse events. No anti-drug antibodies detected in human studies. No hematopoietic effects or risk of polycythemia unlike erythropoietin. Contraindicated with recent anti-TNF therapy (within 6 months) or EPO use (within 2 months). Monitor for injection site reactions and rotate injection sites. Not recommended during pregnancy or in patients with BMI >34 kg/m².
Community Insights
Ara 290 should be stored at Powder: -80°C long-term, 4°C medium-term; Reconstituted: use immediately or refrigerate up to 24 hours.
References
- The erythropoietin-derived peptide ARA 290 reverses the effects of chronic stress on depressive-like behavior and neuroplasticity markers
- ARA 290 protects human isolated pancreatic islets against lipotoxicity via reducing ER stress
- Cibinetide for the treatment of diabetic macular edema: A randomized controlled pilot study
- Clinical efficacy of ARA 290 (cibinetide) in sarcoidosis-associated neuropathy
- Sarcoidosis Neuropathy Phase 2b Trial
- ARA 290, a nonerythropoietic peptide engineered from erythropoietin, improves metabolic control and neuropathic symptoms in patients with type 2 diabetes
- Flipping the molecular switch for innate protection and repair of tissues: Long-lasting effects of a non-erythropoietic small peptide engineered from erythropoietin
- Type 2 Diabetes Neuropathy Phase 2
- ARA 290, a nonerythropoietic EPO analog, for treatment of patients with sarcoidosis and chronic neuropathic pain
- ARA 290 in the treatment of pain and inflammation in subjects with rheumatoid arthritis
- Myocardial Infarction Protection Study
- Stroke Neuroprotection Research
- Nonerythropoietic, tissue-protective peptides derived from the tertiary structure of erythropoietin
Research reference only. Not medical advice.