Prescription drug

Rapamycin / rapalogs (mTOR)

Prescription drug.

How to take it

There is no established standard dose for this case; it is advisable to consult a professional.

Safety

Immunosuppressant; only under a physician or in a clinical trial.

Effect by goal · level of evidence

Aging / longevity

improves Low study (A)

Review: rapamycin is the compound with the most experimental backing as an anti-aging agent (extends mean and maximum lifespan in mice), but its mechanism is unclear and its side effects cast doubt on the benefit in humans. Safer analogs (rapalogs) are being sought.

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In depth

Drug · Highest evidence: Low · 1 finding

⚠️ Immunosuppressant; only under a physician or in a clinical trial.

Findings

Aging / longevity — improves (Low, study). Review: rapamycin is the compound with the most experimental support as an anti-aging agent (it extends median and maximum lifespan in mice), but its mechanism is unclear and its side effects cast doubt on the benefit in humans. Safer analogs (rapalogs) are being sought. 23454761

Information, not medical advice. Prescription drugs require a doctor.

Information, not medical advice. Scientific evidence reflects the quality of the studies.