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NAD+ (Injectable) vs SS-31 (Elamipretide)

Side-by-side comparison: effects, dosing ranges, side effects, regulatory status, and reconstitution.

Peptide A

NAD+ (Injectable)

Longevity

Central cellular cofactor — supplemented to support mitochondrial function and sirtuin activity.

Peptide B

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

Longevity

Mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide that restores bioenergetics by stabilizing cardiolipin.

Typical vial

500 mg

Typical dose

50-200 mg (SubQ); 500-1500 mg (IV) mcg

Half-life

~6-10 hours (cellular turnover)

FDA status

Not FDA approved as a therapeutic. Available via compounding…

Typical vial

5 mg

Typical dose

5000-50000 mcg

Half-life

~4 hours

FDA status

Not FDA approved. FDA declined approval for Barth syndrome i…

NAD+ (Injectable) effects

  • Raises cellular NAD+ levels
  • Supports mitochondrial function via electron transport chain
  • Substrate for sirtuin enzymes (deacetylases linked to longevity)
  • Substrate for PARP enzymes (DNA repair)
  • Substrate for CD38 (immune signaling)
  • Subjective reports of energy, mental clarity, mood

SS-31 (Elamipretide) effects

  • Stabilizes cardiolipin at the mitochondrial inner membrane
  • Restores electron transport chain efficiency and ATP production
  • Reduces mitochondrial ROS production at the source
  • Protects against ischemia-reperfusion injury in heart and kidney
  • Improves age-related mitochondrial dysfunction

NAD+ (Injectable) side effects

  • Flushing during IV infusion (most common, mild)
  • Nausea, chest pressure, abdominal discomfort with rapid infusion
  • Headache
  • Subcutaneous: injection-site irritation
  • Possible methylation depletion with chronic high doses

SS-31 (Elamipretide) side effects

  • Injection site reactions (pain, redness)
  • Mild headache
  • Transient flushing
  • Occasional dizziness

NAD+ (Injectable) dosing ranges

IV anti-aging clinic protocol

500-1500 mg · Per infusion, weekly to monthly · Cycle-based

Subcutaneous wellness

50-200 mg · Daily or alternate-day · 2-4 week cycles

Intranasal

20-100 mg · Daily · Cycle-based

SS-31 (Elamipretide) dosing ranges

Mitochondrial support and longevity

5-50 mg · Once daily (SubQ) · 4-12 weeks

NAD+ (Injectable) vs SS-31 (Elamipretide) — common questions

What is the difference between NAD+ (Injectable) and SS-31 (Elamipretide)?

NAD+ (Injectable): Central cellular cofactor — supplemented to support mitochondrial function and sirtuin activity. Typical dose 50-200 mg (SubQ); 500-1500 mg (IV) mcg. SS-31 (Elamipretide): Mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide that restores bioenergetics by stabilizing cardiolipin. Typical dose 5000-50000 mcg. Both fall under the Longevity category.

Can you stack NAD+ (Injectable) and SS-31 (Elamipretide)?

Stacking NAD+ (Injectable) with SS-31 (Elamipretide) is a protocol-design question best raised with a clinician — it depends on your goal, current bloodwork, and whether both peptides target overlapping mechanisms. Both peptides should be tracked independently with separate injection sites and timing. PinnyPeptide supports multi-peptide stacks with automatic injection site rotation.

Which is dosed more frequently, NAD+ (Injectable) or SS-31 (Elamipretide)?

NAD+ (Injectable) is typically dosed: Per infusion, weekly to monthly for IV anti-aging clinic protocol; Daily or alternate-day for Subcutaneous wellness; Daily for Intranasal. SS-31 (Elamipretide) is typically dosed: Once daily (SubQ) for Mitochondrial support and longevity.

Are NAD+ (Injectable) and SS-31 (Elamipretide) FDA approved?

NAD+ (Injectable): Not FDA approved as a therapeutic. Available via compounding pharmacies for off-label use. NAD+ precursors (NR as Niagen, NMN) sold as dietary supplements. SS-31 (Elamipretide): Not FDA approved. FDA declined approval for Barth syndrome in 2023, requesting additional efficacy data. Multiple clinical trials ongoing for other mitochondrial indications.

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