AOD-9604

Targeted fat-depot destruction via vascular apoptosis

Adipotide (also called FTTP) is an experimental peptidomimetic compound designed to selectively destroy the blood supply to white adipose tissue by targeting prohibitin, a protein highly expressed on the vasculature feeding fat cells. Originally developed at MD Anderson Cancer Center, it demonstrated dramatic fat loss in obese rhesus monkeys without dietary restriction. It remains a research compound with no approved human clinical use.

AMPK activator mimicking endurance exercise effects

AICAR (Acadesine) is a nucleoside analog and potent AMPK activator that mimics the cellular energy-depletion state, triggering a cascade of metabolic adaptations including enhanced fatty acid oxidation and mitochondrial biogenesis. It has been extensively studied for its ability to improve endurance performance, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic flexibility without physical exercise. Originally developed as a cardioprotective agent, it has attracted significant interest in the performance and longevity research communities.

Fat-targeting hGH fragment for metabolic support

AOD9604 is a synthetic peptide fragment derived from the C-terminal region of human growth hormone (amino acids 176–191), developed originally by Monash University as an anti-obesity drug. It mimics the lipolytic (fat-burning) effects of growth hormone without stimulating IGF-1 production or promoting cell proliferation. Research suggests it stimulates fat breakdown and inhibits fat formation, with a favorable safety profile compared to full-length hGH.