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AOD-9604

Research Use Only
peptideInjection

The fat-burning fragment of growth hormone (amino acids 176-191). Promotes fat breakdown without muscle or blood sugar effects. Note: a Phase IIb trial failed to show significant weight loss vs placebo.

Key Facts

  • Classification
    Peptide — The fat-burning fragment of growth hormone. No muscle or blood sugar effects.
  • Primary Benefits
    Fat Loss (6/10) · Injury Healing (3/10) · Muscle Growth (2/10)
  • Administration
    Injection
  • Typical Dose
    300 mcg subq daily on an empty stomach, typically in the morning. Cycle for 12 weeks.
  • Evidence Strength
    Emerging — 16 peer-reviewed studies referenced · Community sentiment 5/10
  • Stacks Well With
    CJC-1295 with DAC, Tesamorelin
  • Legal Status
    Research Use Only · not prescribable in US

Quick Facts

From price
$30
Type
peptide
Administration
Injection
Evidence
emerging
Studies referenced
16
Community sentiment
5/10
Stacks with
2 peptides
Regulatory
Research Use Only

Top benefits

🔥 Fat Loss
6/10
🩹 Injury Healing
3/10
💪 Muscle Growth
2/10
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1

Week 1–2

Minimal noticeable effects initially. Fat metabolism changes beginning at cellular level. May notice slight increase in energy.

2

Week 3–6

Mild fat loss, particularly in stubborn areas. Improved exercise-induced fat oxidation. No effect on blood glucose or IGF-1 (a key safety advantage).

3

Week 8+

Moderate fat loss. Improved body composition. Potential cartilage repair benefits. Weight loss is more modest than incretin agonists.

Common Side Effects

Injection site discomfortHeadacheMild nauseaGenerally well-tolerated
Tolerance: Minimal — mechanism targets fat cells directly
Cycling: 12 weeks on, 4 weeks off. Often combined with diet and exercise for best results.

Dosing

300 mcg subq daily on an empty stomach, typically in the morning. Cycle for 12 weeks.

Reconstitution, storage, injection sites & timing

Benefit Profile

🔥 Fat Loss
6/10
🩹 Injury Healing
3/10
💪 Muscle Growth
2/10
Medical oversight recommendedNot safe during pregnancy· 2 contraindications