Peptide
AOD-9604
Anti-Obesity Drug 9604, HGH Fragment
Research ChemicalPhase II TrialsInjection (SubQ) or oral
Half-life
~30 minutes
Common dose
300-500mcg/day
How it works
Modified fragment of HGH (amino acids 176-191). Mimics the lipolytic (fat-burning) effects of HGH without affecting blood glucose or IGF-1. Also shows cartilage and bone repair properties.
Commonly used for
Fat lossMetabolismCartilage repair
Potential benefits
- Fat-specific — does not raise blood sugar like HGH
- No IGF-1 increase means no cancer growth concern
- Oral bioavailability demonstrated in some studies
- Cartilage repair properties being studied for osteoarthritis
- Well tolerated with minimal side effects
Risks and downsides
- Modest fat loss effects in humans — overhyped vs results
- Not FDA approved (failed Phase 3 trials for obesity)
- Expensive for the effect size
- Oral form has poor absorption without special formulation
- Most impressive results in obese animal subjects
Heads up: This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Many compounds here are not FDA approved for human use. Please talk to a doctor before starting anything.
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