Peptides Codex
Home
Research peptide

AOD-9604

AOD-9604 is a synthetic peptide related to the C-terminal region of human growth hormone, studied in metabolic and lipolysis-related research contexts. It is not an approved general weight-loss medicine in major markets.

By The Peptides Codex Editorial TeamReviewed July 10, 2026
Length
16 aa
Class
Research peptide
Function
Modified C-terminal hGH fragment studied in metabolic research
Context
Research compound (not a general approved weight-loss drug)

High-search metabolic research fragment often grouped with fat-loss peptide queries.

Also known as: AOD9604 · hGH fragment 176-191 related

Part of the Metabolic & GLP-1 peptides cluster

Overview

AOD-9604 is a synthetic peptide related to the C-terminal region of human growth hormone, studied in metabolic and lipolysis-related research contexts. It is not an approved general weight-loss medicine in major markets.

Source & context

Biological / chemical source: Synthetic fragment related to human growth hormone C-terminus

Primary research or clinical context: Research compound (not a general approved weight-loss drug)

Fragment concept

The educational story is sequence fragmentation: can a piece of hGH retain some metabolic signaling without full somatotropic activity? AOD-9604 is discussed in that design frame.

Evidence literacy

Search interest often exceeds the depth of large, modern clinical programs. Readers should prioritize primary literature and regulatory status over marketing claims.

FAQ about AOD-9604

What is AOD-9604?+

AOD-9604 is a synthetic peptide related to the C-terminal region of human growth hormone, studied in metabolic and lipolysis-related research contexts. It is not an approved general weight-loss medicine in major markets.

Is AOD-9604 an approved medicine?+

AOD-9604 is discussed here as a research / educational topic. Research compound (not a general approved weight-loss drug). This is not medical advice.

What is the typical length of AOD-9604?+

AOD-9604 is commonly described as approximately 16 amino acids (Research peptide).

Related peptides

References & further reading

  1. 1.Wikipedia — AOD9604
  2. 2.PubChem — compound summary for AOD-9604 (CID 71300630)
Disclaimer: Educational content only. Not medical advice. Not instructions for human use. Research peptides and unapproved products may be restricted or illegal to market for human consumption in your jurisdiction. Consult qualified professionals and applicable law.
You might also like: All peptides · Atlas · Research · Tools
Cite this: Peptides Codex — AOD-9604 educational profile.
Tip: Use browser print (Ctrl/Cmd + P) for a clean PDF of this page.