Key Characteristics
- Category: Injectable Peptides
- Purity: >99% Purity
- Molecular Formula: C78H125N23O23S2
- Molecular Weight: 1815.1 g/mol
- Sequence: Tyr-Leu-Arg-Ile-Val-Gln-Cys-Arg-Ser-Val-Glu-Gly-Ser-Cys-Gly-Phe
Available Sizes
About
AOD-9604 is a modified fragment of human Growth Hormone (hGH) that isolates its fat-burning effects without impacting IGF-1 levels or insulin sensitivity.
Mechanism of Action
AOD-9604 works by stimulating the beta-3 adrenergic receptors on adipocytes (fat cells), which increases lipolysis (fat breakdown) and inhibits lipogenesis (new fat formation). It does not compete for the hGH receptor, thus avoiding the growth-related effects of the full hormone.
Key Benefits
- Promotes fat metabolism
- Inhibits fat storage
- Does not affect blood sugar or growth factors
- May support cartilage repair
Clinical Research
A 12-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in obese adults showed that daily AOD-9604 administration resulted in a modest but statistically significant reduction in body weight compared to placebo, with a good safety and tolerability profile.
Potential Side Effects
Human clinical trials have shown AOD-9604 to have an excellent safety profile, with no significant adverse effects reported compared to placebo.
Usage & Dosage
In research settings, AOD-9604 is typically administered via subcutaneous injection. Dosages used in human studies have often been around 300mcg per day.
Peptide Storage
Best Practices For Storing Peptides
To preserve the integrity of laboratory results, proper storage of peptides is essential. Correct storage practices can maintain peptides for years and guard against contamination, oxidation, and degradation. If the peptides will be used immediately, short-term refrigeration under 4°C (39°F) is generally acceptable. Lyophilized peptides are usually stable at room temperatures for several weeks.
For longer-term storage (several months to years), it is preferable to store peptides in a freezer at -80°C (-112°F). Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles and do not use frost-free freezers, as temperatures can fluctuate widely.
Preventing Contamination
To prevent moisture contamination, allow the peptide to come to room temperature before opening its container. Minimize exposure to air; after use, reseal the container under an atmosphere of dry, inert gas (like nitrogen or argon) if possible. Peptides with Cys, Met, or Trp are especially prone to air oxidation.
Storing Peptides In Solution
The shelf life of peptide solutions is far less than that of lyophilized peptides. If peptides must be stored in solution, use sterile buffers at pH 5-6 and separate into aliquots to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Peptide solutions are generally stable for up to 30 days when refrigerated at 4°C (39°F).