AOD-9604
Also known as hGH fragment 176-191
Growth hormone fragment marketed for fat metabolism.
Medical status: Not approved as a medicine; failed as an obesity drug in trials.
Also commonly used for (off-label)
- Localised fat metabolism
- Add-on to fat-loss protocols
Off-label and research uses are what people report, not approved indications. Talk to a clinician before using any of them.
How it's taken (route)
a small shot into the fat just under the skin (belly, thigh, or love handle)
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- Documented dose
- 250–500 mcg
- Typical frequency
- Once or twice daily, fasted (first dose on waking)
- Cycle
- 12 weeks on, 4 off
- Half-life
- ~30 minutes
- Common vial sizes
- 2 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg
- Regulatory status
- Not approved as a drug; some food-supplement status claims.
Dose on a U-100 syringe (250–500 mcg)
| Vial | BAC water | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| 2 mg | 1.5 mL | 19–38 units |
| 2 mg | 2 mL | 25–50 units |
| 5 mg | 2.5 mL | 13–25 units |
| 5 mg | 3 mL | 15–30 units |
| 10 mg | 2.5 mL | 6.3–13 units |
| 10 mg | 3 mL | 7.5–15 units |
On a U-100 syringe, 100 units = 1 mL, and the syringe holds 100 units total. Most people keep a single subcutaneous injection under about 50 units — bigger volumes are usually mixed stronger (less water) or split into two shots. Only mixes that fit in one syringe are shown. Always double-check with the reconstitution calculator.
What it does
A trimmed-down piece of the growth hormone molecule. It keeps the part that tells fat cells to release stored fat, but leaves out the part that raises blood sugar or makes tissue grow. What people look into it for: • Burning stored body fat and slowing new fat storage • Fat loss without the appetite, water retention or blood-sugar changes seen with full growth hormone • Joint and cartilage comfort (early research only) Human weight-loss trials have been modest, so expectations should stay realistic.
Mechanism
C-terminal hGH fragment thought to stimulate lipolysis and inhibit lipogenesis.
Storage — lyophilisedwhat's this?
Refrigerate 2-8C, protect from light.
Storage — reconstitutedwhat's this?
Refrigerate 2-8C, use within ~28 days.
Reconstitution noteswhat's this?
Common mix: 5 mg vial + 2.5 ml bacteriostatic water = 20 mcg per unit, so 250 mcg is about 13 units and 300 mcg is 15 units. Short 20-day-on / 10-day-off blocks and longer 90-day runs are both used.
Stacks well with
- IpamorelinFat-metabolism fragment plus a real GH pulse.
- 5-Amino-1MQStacked in metabolic protocols targeting fat cells directly.
- SemaglutideCommonly added to a GLP-1 run to break a plateau.
- TesamorelinTwo fat-loss pathways, both without a big insulin effect.
Popular combinations reported in the community and research literature — not a recommendation. Adding peptides multiplies side-effect risk; check with a clinician.
Commonly reported side effects
- Injection-site reactions
- Headache
Contraindications noted
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Research notes
Human trials failed to show meaningful weight loss versus placebo.
Vendors carrying AOD-9604
These research suppliers list this compound. Prices, vial sizes and testing vary — always check the current lot certificate before you buy.
- Modified Aminosmodifiedaminos.shop(opens in a new window)
- Penguin Peptidespenguinpeptides.com(opens in a new window)
- Peplair Researchpeplairresearch.shop(opens in a new window)
- Biotech Peptidesbiotechpeptides.com(opens in a new window)
- Sports Technology Labssportstechnologylabs.com(opens in a new window)
- Core Peptidescorepeptides.com(opens in a new window)
- Value Research Labsvalueresearchlabs.com(opens in a new window)
Peptide Streak does not sell peptides and is not affiliated with these vendors. Some list metabolic compounds under coded product names.