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The Peptide AppField Guide · Healing SeriesSpecimen No. 9604

Healing Category

AOD-9604

THE FAT MOBILIZER

hGH Fragment 176-191

AOD-9604 is a small fragment of human growth hormone that was isolated specifically for its fat-burning properties. Unlike full HGH, it doesn't affect blood sugar or cause tissue growth. It just targets fat cells. It works by flipping the switch from "store fat" to "burn fat" and has also shown promise for cartilage and bone repair.

AOD-9604
AOD-9604
AOD-9604

AOD-9604 Evidence Snapshot

How these guides are reviewed
Regulatory status
Not FDA approved · research use only
Dosing guidance
Reviewed by our clinical team
Linked evidence
1 research sources
Content updated
Aug 28, 2026

Dose and schedule recommendations shown below come from The Peptide App Clinical Team. Research links are provided so readers can inspect the supporting evidence directly. Review the sources.

Quick Answers About AOD-9604

Is AOD-9604 FDA approved?

No. This profile records AOD-9604 as not FDA approved and for research use only.

More context

Review the regulatory and source details on this page for the current context.

What dose does The Peptide App Clinical Team recommend for AOD-9604?

Dose: 250-300 mcg daily (once or twice).

More context

Schedule: daily. Cycle: 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off. This is clinical-team guidance for reference and does not replace individualized instructions from a licensed clinician.

What research supports this AOD-9604 guide?

This guide links to 1 curated or current research sources.

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Studied Effects & Mechanisms

Fat Breakdown

Activates lipase enzymes to break down stored fat

Blocks Fat Storage

Inhibits the enzyme that stores new fat

Metabolic Boost

Increases thermogenesis and metabolic rate

Cartilage Repair

May support bone and cartilage regeneration

Who is this for

People looking to lose stubborn body fat
Those wanting GH benefits without side effects
Athletes needing joint and cartilage support
Anyone with slow metabolism or weight plateau
Osteoarthritis sufferers

Research-Market Price Snapshot

A compact market signal for this profile. The dedicated pricing page owns vendor, vial-size, and price-per-mg comparisons.

Updated Aug 30, 2026

Vendors
64
Listings
77
Observed range
$22$219
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Market evidence

AOD-9604 product testing and COAs

Current certificates are on file for 43 of 67 vendors tracked in the AOD-9604 market. Research on this page describes the molecule. Vendor certificates concern particular market samples or batches; they do not change the research evidence or establish clinical safety, sterility, or suitability for use.

AOD-9604 Research

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