AOD-9604 vs 5-Amino-1MQ
Side-by-side comparison of AOD-9604 and 5-Amino-1MQ: mechanism, half-life, dose range, safety profile, and vendor pricing.
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AOD-9604
5-Amino-1MQ
AOD-9604
AOD-9604 (Anti-Obesity Drug 9604) is a synthetic 16-amino-acid peptide fragment of human growth hormone (hGH) corresponding to residues 177-191 of the hGH molecule plus a tyrosine addition at the N-terminus (sequence:…
Lowest listed price: $34.99 across 5 listings
Full AOD-9604 profile5-Amino-1MQ
5-Amino-1MQ (5-amino-1-methylquinolinium iodide) is a small-molecule inhibitor of nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), an enzyme that transfers a methyl group from S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM) to nicotinamide to…
Lowest listed price: $29.99 across 14 listings
Full 5-Amino-1MQ profileSide-by-side comparison
| Attribute | AOD-9604 | 5-Amino-1MQ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Metabolic & Weight Loss | Weight Loss |
| Research Stage | Phase 2 (discontinued for obesity); research-use-only | Preclinical |
| Mechanism of Action | AOD-9604's claimed mechanism is lipolysis (fat breakdown) via a C-terminal hGH-fragment-specific pathway distinct from classical growth hormone receptor signaling, though the mechanistic details remain incompletely characterized and contested. The "Lipolytic… | 5-Amino-1MQ works by inhibiting nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), an enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of a methyl group from S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM) to the nitrogen of nicotinamide (vitamin B3 amide), producing 1-methylnicotinamide (1-MNA) and… |
| Half-Life | ~30–60 minutes | ~6–12 hours (oral) |
| Typical Dose Range | 250–600 mcg per injection | 50 mg - 150 mg daily (oral or injection) |
| Dosing Frequency | Once daily, typically morning fasted | Once daily oral |
| Administration | Subcutaneous, Oral | Oral |
| Side Effects | AOD-9604's side effect profile is largely benign based on available data, reflecting its failure to produce significant physiological effects - a compound that does little tends to cause few side effects. From the developer's human trials (sponsor-reported; no… | The side effect profile of 5-amino-1MQ in humans is not documented because there are no human clinical trials. Rodent studies report generally good tolerability at doses producing metabolic and muscle benefits, without obvious signs of hepatotoxicity,… |
| Molecular Weight | 1817.1 Da | 159.21 g/mol |
| Common Vial Sizes | 2mg, 5mg | 50mg capsules, 100mg capsules |
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AOD-9604: potential benefits
- Claimed lipolysis / fat loss (demonstrated only in rodent studies; not shown in human trials)
- Does not raise IGF-1 or activate the GH receptor (no growth or proliferative signaling)
- Does not impair insulin sensitivity or glucose tolerance in studies to date
- Benign short-term safety and tolerability profile
- Cartilage-protective effect in an animal (rabbit) osteoarthritis model - preclinical only
5-Amino-1MQ: potential benefits
- Enhanced fat metabolism and weight loss
- Increased NAD+ levels in adipose tissue
- Improved cellular energy production
- Anti-aging properties via sirtuin activation
Frequently asked
What's the difference between AOD-9604 and 5-Amino-1MQ?
AOD-9604 is a metabolic & weight loss that aod-9604's claimed mechanism is lipolysis (fat breakdown) via a c-terminal hgh-fragment-specific pathway distinct from classical growth hormone receptor signaling, though the…. 5-Amino-1MQ is a weight loss that 5-amino-1mq works by inhibiting nicotinamide n-methyltransferase (nnmt), an enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of a methyl group from s-adenosyl-l-methionine (sam) to the nitrogen…. The two differ in mechanism, half-life (~30–60 minutes vs ~6–12 hours (oral)), and typical dose range.
Which has the longer half-life, AOD-9604 or 5-Amino-1MQ?
AOD-9604 has a half-life of ~30–60 minutes. 5-Amino-1MQ has a half-life of ~6–12 hours (oral). Longer half-lives generally mean less frequent dosing but slower on/off kinetics.
Which is cheaper, AOD-9604 or 5-Amino-1MQ?
Lowest listed price on BodyHackGuide: AOD-9604 from $34.99, 5-Amino-1MQ from $29.99. Prices are pulled from the vendor listings tracked on BHG and change frequently. See the compare tables on each compound page for the current set of offers.
Can you stack AOD-9604 and 5-Amino-1MQ?
Stacking depends on mechanism overlap, safety profile, and goals. AOD-9604 and 5-Amino-1MQ should only be stacked after reviewing each compound's individual protocol page, side effect profile, and any published interaction data. Use the BodyHackGuide stack builder for a structured review before combining research compounds.
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