What is ARA 290?
ARA 290, also called cibinetide, is an 11-amino-acid peptide designed from part of the structure of erythropoietin (EPO). It was designed to act on a tissue-protective receptor without stimulating red blood cell production, which is what EPO is best known for.
What the research shows
ARA 290 has been tested in small clinical trials, including in people with small fiber neuropathy related to sarcoidosis. Larger trials have not established its effectiveness, and it is not FDA-approved.
Sizes, formats and list prices
The price list gives two retail prices for each size: one with an injection pen and one for the vial only. The pen version costs more because it includes the device.
Prices come from our current retail price list and may change. Your price is confirmed with you before any payment.
| Size | Configuration | List price |
|---|---|---|
| 16mg / 3ml | With Pen | $189.99 |
| 16mg / 3ml | Vial Only | $174.99 |
Regulatory status
This preparation is compounded. Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy and are not FDA-approved, which means the FDA has not reviewed them for safety, effectiveness or quality.
Who decides whether it is right for you
You start with a free 15-minute consultation with Danielle Barron, our Integrative Wellness Coach. She talks through your goals and questions and explains your options. She does not diagnose or prescribe.
If a product requires a prescription, medical evaluation, prescribing and dispensing are overseen by Dr. Sasson E. Moulavi, MD, our Medical Director and Dispensing Physician. He may decide a product is not right for you. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription or availability.
Questions to bring to your consultation
- Is this an appropriate option for me, given my health history and medications?
- Which size and configuration would make sense, and why?
- What should I expect, and what would make you recommend against it?
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy ARA 290 directly on this website?
No. It is arranged only after a free consultation and any medical review that applies.
How much does ARA 290 cost?
See the price table in this article. Prices come from our current retail price list and are confirmed before any payment.
Is ARA 290 FDA-approved?
This compounded preparation is not FDA-approved. See the regulatory section above for details.
What is the difference between With Pen and Vial Only?
Both contain the same preparation. With Pen includes an injection pen device; Vial Only does not. Which suits you is discussed in your consultation.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice. It does not describe treatment outcomes. Talk with a licensed clinician about your own health. Medical evaluation, prescribing and dispensing are overseen by Dr. Sasson E. Moulavi, MD, our Medical Director and Dispensing Physician. The wellness coach does not diagnose or prescribe.