AOD-9604

A fragment peptide studied for fat metabolism signaling

AOD-9604

AOD-9604 is a peptide fragment derived from human growth hormone and is studied for its role in lipid metabolism and fat-related signaling pathways. Research focuses on how this fragment may influence metabolic processes without engaging the full growth hormone axis.

Amount in vial
Syringe size
Water to mix
Total water (mL)
4 mL
Dosage per unit
Peptide per 0.01 mL
25 mcg per unit (0.01 mL)
Recommended dose
Suggested starting dose
300 mcg
Units to draw
Based on selected syringe size
12 units
Visual results
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300 mcg

500 mcg

8–12 weeks

Once per day

Subcutaneous

Morning (fasted)

  • Multiple studies indexed by the US National Library of Medicine (PubMed) explore AOD-9604’s interaction with fat metabolism and adipose tissue signaling.
  • Research has examined its effects on lipolytic pathways without the growth-promoting activity of full HGH.
  • Human and animal studies have focused on mechanism of action, safety, and metabolic outcomes rather than cosmetic weight loss claims.

Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism (2014)

Safety and metabolism of AOD9604 as a nutraceutical ingredient; mechanism of action and metabolic studies

Metabolic Studies of AOD-9604

Peer-reviewed preclinical research on metabolic actions of AOD-9604 in animal models

AOD-9604 Effects on Lipid Metabolism

Research detailing the effects of AOD-9604 and GH fragment on body weight and fat metabolism.

AOD-9604 Metabolic & Clinical Overview

Article noting clinical development and phase II studies for obesity treatment.

Detection and Metabolism of AOD-9604

Molecular and detection study published on PubMed

Obesity Pharmacotherapy Review

A broader clinical review including randomized trials of AOD-9604.

Journal of Endocrinology & Metabolism - Safety & Tolerability

Summary of human clinical safety data for AOD-9604 (randomized trials).

Therapeutic Peptides in Orthopaedics

Meta-analysis covering AOD-9604 effects on metabolism and cartilage in research contexts.

Wikipedia - AOD9604 Overview

A neutral summary of the peptide’s structure, mechanism, clinical data, and development status.

Obesity Drugs in Clinical Development

Review including AOD-9604 among compounds under investigation for adipose metabolism.

DrugBank - AOD9604 Entry

DrugBank database entry noting AOD-9604’s status, structure, and investigational context.