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AOD-9604

Also known as: AOD9604 · HGH Fragment 176-191 · Frag 176-191

A synthetic fragment of the C-terminus of HGH (amino acids 176-191) that retains the fat-burning properties of growth hormone without affecting blood sugar or IGF-1 levels.

16 AAs
MW: 1,815.1 Da
t½: Short (minutes)
CAS: 221231-10-3

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Mechanism of Action

AOD-9604 stimulates lipolysis and inhibits lipogenesis by mimicking the way endogenous HGH regulates fat metabolism. Unlike full HGH, it does not affect insulin-like growth factor levels.

Amino Acid Sequence (16 AAs)

Tyr-Leu-Arg-Ile-Val-Gln-Cys-Arg-Ser-Val-Glu-Gly-Ser-Cys-Gly-Phe (disulfide bridge Cys7-Cys16)

Benefits

  • Targeted fat reduction without systemic HGH effects
  • Stimulates lipolysis
  • Inhibits fat storage
  • No effect on blood sugar or insulin
  • No effect on IGF-1
  • Prevents diet-induced obesity in animal models

Side Effects & Risks

  • Mild headaches
  • Indigestion
  • Injection site flushing or swelling
  • Mild nausea

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Storage & Reconstitution Guide

Storage Temperature

-20°C lyophilized, 4°C reconstituted

24 months (lyophilized), 28 days (reconstituted)

Reconstitution Solvent

Bacteriostatic water (BAC water)

Swirl gently — do not shake or vortex

Handling Notes

Protect lyophilized peptide from moisture and light. Once reconstituted, keep refrigerated. Discard if solution becomes cloudy or discolored. Use insulin syringe for precise dosing.

Step-by-Step Reconstitution

1

Gather supplies

BAC water, insulin syringe, alcohol swabs, vial

2

Disinfect tops

Swab rubber stoppers of both vials with alcohol

3

Draw BAC water

Pull desired mL of BAC water into syringe

4

Inject slowly

Inject BAC water down the side of the peptide vial, swirl gently to dissolve

Molecular Structure

Molecular structure of AOD-9604
CAS Number
221231-10-3
PubChem CID
71300630
Molecular Weight
1,815.1 Da
Mol. Formula
C78H123N23O23S2
Amino Acids
16-AA peptide
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Research Protocol

Dose Range
250–500 mcg
Frequency
Once daily, on an empty stomach
Cycle
20 days
Half-Life
Short (minutes)
Routes
subcutaneous injectionoral
Notes
Most effective when taken fasted. 20-day research cycles.
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Legal & Regulatory Status

Research StatusResearch Only
WADA Status Not Listed
FDA ClassificationNot Approved
Originsynthetic

Sold for research purposes only. Not for human use. Laws vary by country.

Commonly Stacked With

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