AOD-9604

At a glance

Failed its own human trials for weight loss. Evidence grade C on an A-to-D scale.

Reported practice from trials and the community, not a recommendation for anyone.

What is AOD-9604 used for?

Researchers have studied AOD-9604 for fat burning without gh sides, no igf-1 increase, no blood sugar impact, and more. In plain terms: Scientists took just the fat-burning part of GH and made it its own peptide. Fat loss without the downsides.

Is AOD-9604 FDA-approved?

No. Its developer ran human weight-loss trials in the 2000s that failed, and it was dropped. A later food-safety designation is not approval.

How is AOD-9604 usually taken?

The commonly reported pattern is under the skin, daily, for weeks. That describes reported practice from trials and the community. It is not a recommendation for anyone, and several of these compounds interact with common medications.

How strong is the evidence for AOD-9604?

Grade C on this site's A-to-D scale. C means tested only in animals or cells, so everything about human use is an educated guess. Failed its own human trials for weight loss.

Is AOD-9604 banned in drug-tested sport?

It is not specifically listed by the World Anti-Doping Agency, but tested athletes should check the current list and their federation's rules, since related compounds and blends often are.

How long does AOD-9604 stay in the body?

The half-life, the time for half a dose to leave the body, is about ~30 minutes. A short half-life means it wears off fast and is taken more often; a long one means once a week can be enough. Stored as a dry powder it keeps for months in the fridge; once mixed with water it is used within a few weeks.