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AOD‑9604

HGH fragment (176-191), targeted lipolysis

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AOD-9604 vial

WHAT IS AOD-9604?

Detailed overview

AOD-9604 is the C-terminal fragment of human GH (176-191), designed to isolate the lipolytic activity from the growth effects.

Type

GH fragment

Structure

hGH 176-191

Status

Research (food-supplement status mixed)

Route

SC

Storage

2–8°C

Source

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Metabolic support

Glucose and lipid metabolism shift favorably: insulin sensitivity improves, glycemic swings and HbA1c drop, while LDL and triglycerides normalize. Body composition refines, fat mass decreases, lean mass is preserved or grows. Appetite is regulated both centrally and peripherally (GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon pathways), so caloric intake settles into a sustainable range without constant willpower. Energy expenditure and thermogenesis rise modestly.

Data console

Lab data

/lab/molecular-data.jsonLIVE
> ClassificationGH fragment
> StructurehGH 176-191
> Molecular weightN/A
> Target area-
> Storage2–8°C
> Stability~30 days reconstituted

Research indications

Investigated uses and mechanisms

Weight regulation

Reduced appetite and increased energy expenditure via GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon agonism.

Type 2 diabetes

Improved insulin sensitivity and HbA1c reduction in clinical trials.

Cardiometabolic profile

Favorable shifts in lipid profile and blood pressure.

Reconstitution

How to prepare, step by step

Important

Sterile technique required. Use bacteriostatic water (BAC) only. Never distilled or tap water.

  1. 01

    Remove the vial and bacteriostatic water (BAC) from refrigeration; let them reach room temp for 5 minutes.

  2. 02

    Wipe both vial stoppers with an alcohol swab.

  3. 03

    Draw 1 ml of BAC water into a sterile syringe (typical for the 2 mg vial).

  4. 04

    Inject slowly down the side of the vial, do NOT spray directly onto the peptide powder.

  5. 05

    Swirl gently in a circular motion until dissolved (~30 s), do not shake.

  6. 06

    Wait for the solution to become clear. If sediment or discoloration appears, discard it.

  7. 07

    Label the vial with reconstitution date and concentration.

  8. 08

    Store at 2–8 °C, protected from light. Inspect visually before each use.

Quality indicators

How to recognize a pure peptide

Purity markers

3

  • Clear oil

    Clear or slightly yellow (MCT/sesame/castor oil), particle-free.

  • Vial integrity

    Glass intact, rubber stopper undamaged, aluminum crimp tight.

  • Label + COA

    Manufacturer + LOT + expiry legible; independent HPLC analysis on active content.

Use caution

1

  • BA/BB carrier blend

    Excessive benzyl alcohol (>3%) raises PIP risk; verify with UGL manufacturers.

Do not use

2

  • Cloudiness / sediment

    Floating particles, cloudiness, or sediment = HARD NO.

  • Damaged glass / stopper

    Cracked vial or loose stopper, sterility compromised.

Interactions & stacks

What to combine and what to avoid

Retatrutide

Synergistic

Triple incretin agonist: metabolic health and weight loss

Tirzepatide

Synergistic

Dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist: weight & glucose control

Berberine

Synergistic

Insulin sensitivity + GLP-1 effects combine well.

Vitamin C / Zinc / B-complex

Synergistic

Supports collagen synthesis and antioxidant capacity.

Metformin

Complementary

Many clinical protocols combine them, supervision advised.

Caffeine

Requires timing

Compatible with morning dosing; avoid late-day stacking.

NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, ASA)

Use caution

Long-term concurrent use may blunt regenerative effects.

Alcohol

Avoid

Reduces recovery and increases side-effect risk.

Safety

Side effects, stop signs, contraindications

Side effects · 7

  • Nausea, headache, especially during titration
  • Appetite and bowel-motility shifts
  • Local skin reaction at injection site
  • Transient blood-sugar variability (esp. in diabetics)
  • Mild heart-rate increase
  • PIP (post-injection pain) – especially propionate, trenbolone-ace, or high-BA blends
  • Injection-site reaction: lumps, redness, warmth, tenderness

Contraindications · 5

  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • Active malignancy
  • Known allergy to the peptide or its components
  • Severe hepatic or renal impairment (medical consultation required)
  • Age under 18

Related Peptides

Same therapeutic category

Studies

Related research and clinical findings

Research
Endocrinology · 2001

Metabolic studies of a synthetic lipolytic domain (AOD9604) of human growth hormone.

Ng FM, Sun J, Sharma L, et al.

AOD-9604 exerts lipolytic effects without significantly raising IGF-1.

PMID: 11146367Open

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MolekulaX Editorial Team·Source-verified · PubMed · FDA · EMA
Updated: June 2, 2026

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