ARA-290, also known as cibinetide, is a synthetic 11-amino-acid peptide derived from a specific region of erythropoietin. It was designed to investigate tissue-protective and repair-related signalling without stimulating red-blood-cell production.
ARA-290 interacts with the innate repair receptor, a receptor associated with the body’s response to cellular stress, inflammation and tissue injury. Research has explored its potential role in regulating inflammatory pathways, protecting vulnerable cells and supporting tissue-repair processes.
Areas of Research Interest
ARA-290 has been studied in relation to:
- Innate repair receptor activation
- Inflammatory and immune-signalling pathways
- Tissue protection and cellular repair
- Peripheral nerve and small nerve-fibre research
- Neuropathic discomfort models
- Mitochondrial and metabolic function
- Corneal nerve-fibre regeneration
- Recovery following cellular stress or injury
Preclinical and early clinical studies have investigated ARA-290 in research involving small-fibre neuropathy, metabolic dysfunction and inflammatory conditions. Although the findings have generated scientific interest, ARA-290 remains an investigational compound, and further controlled research is required to establish its safety, effectiveness and potential applications.
Product Information
- Product: ARA-290
- Alternative name: Cibinetide
- Form: Lyophilised peptide
- Testing: Independently third-party tested in South Africa
- Intended use: Laboratory and scientific research only
Research-Use Notice
This product is supplied exclusively for laboratory and research purposes. It is not intended for human or veterinary use or to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
All information provided relates only to product identification, scientific research, storage and handling. The purchaser is responsible for ensuring that the product is used, handled and stored appropriately and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
