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AOD-9604
AOD-9604 (Anti-Obesity Drug)
Overview
A fragment of human growth hormone (amino acids 177-191) marketed specifically for fat burning without affecting blood sugar or causing GH-related side effects. Now banned from compounding by FDA.
Mechanism of Action
Mimics the fat-burning effects of growth hormone without affecting blood sugar or cell proliferation. Stimulates lipolysis (fat breakdown) and inhibits lipogenesis (fat formation).
Popular Research Uses
- Fat loss
- Body composition
- Metabolic support
Potential Side Effects
- Injection site reactions
- Headaches
- Unknown long-term effects
Warnings
- Banned from compounding by FDA
- Clinical trials showed limited efficacy
- Gray market quality concerns
- Limited human data
- May not work as advertised
Dosage Information
Banned from compounding. Gray market versions are not recommended.