AOD-9604

What is it?

AOD-9604 is a modified fragment of human growth hormone (hGH) designed to support fat loss without the muscle-building or blood sugar effects associated with full hGH.

It works by stimulating fat breakdown (lipolysis) and inhibiting fat formation (lipogenesis), making it popular for weight loss and body recomposition protocols. It is often stacked with GLP-1 agonists to help break fat loss plateaus and target stubborn fat.

Potential Benefits

• Supports fat loss and metabolism

• Stimulates lipolysis (fat breakdown)

• Inhibits lipogenesis (fat storage)

• Helps preserve lean muscle during weight loss

• Supports bone and cartilage repair

• Improves joint mobility and flexibility

• Enhances collagen production and skin elasticity

• May reduce inflammation

• Does not significantly affect blood sugar levels

Mechanism of Action

AOD-9604 works by:

• Stimulating fat metabolism in adipose tissue

• Blocking conversion of carbohydrates into stored fat

• Increasing fat oxidation without affecting growth pathways

• Targeting stubborn fat deposits

Unlike GLP-1 agonists, AOD-9604 does not suppress appetite.

Possible Side Effects

Common

• Injection site irritation

• Headache

• Fatigue

• Dizziness

• Cold-like symptoms

Less Common

• Chest tightness

• Heart palpitations

• Mild cough

Interactions

Use caution when stacking with stimulants or fat burners such as:

• Clenbuterol

• Ephedrine

• Synephrine

• High stimulant pre-workouts

Combining may increase:

• Jitteriness

• Elevated heart rate

• Palpitations

Contraindications

Do not use if:

• Pregnant or breastfeeding

• Active malignancy/cancer

• Severe liver or kidney disease

• Hypersensitive to peptide ingredients

AOD-9604 Dosing Protocols

General Guidelines

• Subcutaneous injection

• Best taken while fasted

• Ideally remain fasted 2 to 3 hours post injection

• Can be dosed 1 to 2 times daily

Reconstitution

Mix:

• 5mg vial + 2.5mL (250 units) BAC water

Concentration:

• 10 units = 200mcg

• 13 units = 250mcg

• 15 units = 300mcg

• 25 units = 500mcg

Standard Wellness Protocol

Cycle

• 20 days on

• 10 days off

Dose

• 15 units (300mcg), once daily while fasted

Fat Loss Protocol

Cycle

• 90 days on

• 30 days off

Dose

• 13 units (250mcg), twice daily

  • First dose: immediately upon waking

  • Second dose: at least 1.5 hours after dinner

Reconstitution Notes

AOD-9604 is known to be unstable and may gel after mixing.

To help reduce gelling:

• Store refrigerated

• Avoid shaking

• Some users utilize small amounts of acetic acid solution during reconstitution

Suggested Stacks

• Semaglutide or Tirzepatide for appetite control

• BPC-157 for recovery support

• TB-500 for healing and inflammation

• Ipamorelin or CJC-1295 for GH support