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For Adults · Compounded Peptide

AOD-9604

A fragment of human growth hormone.

A modified fragment of the C-terminal end of human growth hormone, studied in relation to fat metabolism. Prescribed online after a licensed provider reviews your online visit, compounded by U.S. 503A pharmacies, and shipped discreetly to most U.S. states.

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At a glance
Form
Injection
Cadence
Set by your provider
Class
Growth-hormone fragment (hGH 176-191)
Guided by
Provider review
Helps with
Metabolic category
For
Adults 18+
The basics

What is AOD-9604?

What it is
Growth-hormone fragment (hGH 176-191)
Forms
Injection
Supplied as
Strength set by your prescriber
Dosing
Set by your prescriber
Supply
1-month
Visit
Online, reviewed by a licensed provider
Prescription
Provider-reviewed · not available OTC
Shipping
Discreet, unmarked · most U.S. states
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AOD-9604 is a synthetic peptide corresponding to amino acids 176-191 of human growth hormone, with an added tyrosine. It was developed to study the part of growth hormone associated with fat metabolism, without the growth-promoting effects of the full hormone.

AOD-9604 was investigated in clinical trials as a weight-loss drug and did not progress to approval. It is not an FDA-approved medication, and the preparation dispensed here is compounded.

This is a compounded preparation, not an FDA-approved medication, and compounded drugs are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness. Individual results are not guaranteed. It is prescribed only where a licensed provider determines it is appropriate after reviewing your health history.

Why people ask about it

Why does AOD-9604 come up?

AOD-9604 appears in metabolic conversations because of its origin as a growth-hormone fragment studied for fat metabolism. Its clinical development for weight loss was discontinued, and it has not been shown to treat any condition.

✔A provider decides, not a quiz

Every AOD-9604 prescription here follows a review by a licensed provider of your health history, current medications and goals. If it isn't appropriate for you, it isn't prescribed.

✔Compounded, not a research chemical

Your vial is compounded by a licensed U.S. 503A pharmacy and dispensed against a prescription written in your name — not sold as a "research only" product with no oversight.

Know the difference

Prescribed AOD-9604 vs. supplements and grey-market vials — what's the difference?

The short answer: unregulated supplements make claims nobody checks, "research only" vials sold online carry no prescription, no pharmacy and no accountability, and a prescribed AOD-9604 is compounded by a licensed 503A pharmacy against a provider's order written for you.

 Oral supplement"Research only" vialPrescribed AOD-9604 (Rx)
What it isAn unregulated oral precursorA vial sold without a prescriptionCompounded AOD-9604 dispensed on a provider's order
Licensed provider reviews youNoNoYes — before anything is dispensed
Compounded by a licensed pharmacyNoNoYes — U.S. 503A
Your name on the vialNoNoYes
Dose set by a prescriberNoNoYes
Legal to sell for human useAs a supplementNoYes — by prescription

The simplest test of any peptide seller: is your name on the vial? A "research only" label means no prescriber reviewed you, no licensed pharmacy compounded it, and nobody is accountable for what is actually inside.

How it works

How does getting AOD-9604 actually work?

Three steps: answer a short set of medical questions, a licensed provider reviews them, and if they prescribe, a 503A pharmacy compounds and ships it.

I

Answer a few questions

A short private medical questionnaire — your history, current medications and what you are hoping to address. It takes a couple of minutes.

II

Meet your provider live

A provider licensed in your state reviews your answers online — no appointment, no waiting room. They decide whether AOD-9604 is appropriate.

III

Compounded & shipped

If they prescribe, a licensed U.S. 503A pharmacy compounds your vial and ships it discreetly, with your name on the label.

Who it's for

Who is AOD-9604 for?

It's for adults who want AOD-9604 prescribed and compounded properly rather than bought from a grey market. Whether it is appropriate for you is a decision for the provider who reviews your visit.

✔Interested in the metabolic category

You have read about AOD-9604 and want it prescribed properly rather than bought from a grey market.

✔You want a real prescription

Reviewed by a licensed provider, compounded by a 503A pharmacy, dispensed with your name on the vial.

✔You want the dosing decided for you

The amount and schedule are set by your prescriber, not selected here or taken from a forum protocol.

✔You understand the evidence

AOD-9604 did not progress to approval after clinical trials for weight loss.

✕When it's not the right fit

AOD-9604 was studied as a weight-loss drug and did not progress to approval. It is a compounded preparation, not an FDA-approved medication, and compounded drugs are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness. Individual results are not guaranteed. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active cancer diagnosis, or have significant kidney or liver disease, tell your provider in your answers. New or unexplained symptoms should be evaluated by a clinician rather than self-treated.

How to get it

How do I get AOD-9604 online?

You answer a few questions, a licensed provider reviews your answers, and — if they prescribe — your medication is compounded and shipped to your door. No insurance required, no in-person appointment, no waiting room.

A few questions

Answer a short set of private medical questions. Add as many peptides as you like; one checkout, and a provider reviews each.

Online provider review

A provider licensed in your state reviews your answers online. Approval is never guaranteed.

Discreet delivery

If prescribed, your vial is compounded by a 503A pharmacy and ships in plain, unmarked packaging to most U.S. states.

Pricing is shown at checkout — no insurance needed, no hidden fees.

Using it & safety

How is it taken, and is it safe?

AOD-9604 is compounded as injection. The amount and the schedule are set by the provider who reviews your visit — we deliberately do not publish a dosing regimen here, because that is a clinical decision about you, not a product specification.

Forms & how it's taken

Injection
Compounded as injection.
Supplied as
Strength set by your prescriber.
Dose & schedule
Set by your prescriber. Follow the directions on your label.
Supply
1-month supply.
InjectionProvider-set

Safety & side effects

⚠ Not shown to treat any condition

AOD-9604 was studied as a weight-loss drug and did not progress to approval. It is a compounded preparation, not an FDA-approved medication, and compounded drugs are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness. Individual results are not guaranteed.

Reported effects are most often related to the injection itself or to infusing too quickly. They can include:

  • Redness, swelling or soreness at the injection site
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue

Tell your provider about every condition and medication before starting, including pregnancy or breastfeeding. Stop and seek care for signs of an allergic reaction — rash, swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing. For emergencies call 911.

Compare your options

Which longevity peptide fits you?

A side-by-side look at the gh / longevity options available through ForbiddenRx. Which one is appropriate for you is decided by the provider who reviews your visit.

TreatmentWhat it isFocusFormForRx required
AOD-9604
This page		Growth-hormone fragment (hGH 176-191)Metabolic categoryInjectionAdults 18+Yes
5-Amino-1MQSmall-molecule NNMT inhibitor (oral)Metabolic categoryCapsulesAdults 18+Yes
CartalaxSynthetic tripeptideLongevity categoryInjectionAdults 18+Yes
EpithalonSynthetic tetrapeptideLongevity categoryInjectionAdults 18+Yes
Questions, answered

AOD-9604 FAQ

What is AOD-9604?

AOD-9604 is a synthetic fragment of human growth hormone (amino acids 176-191, with an added tyrosine), developed to study fat metabolism separately from the growth effects of the full hormone.

Is it the same as growth hormone?

No. It is a short fragment of the hormone, not growth hormone itself, and it does not act the same way.

Is AOD-9604 FDA-approved?

No. It is a compounded preparation, not an FDA-approved medication, and compounded drugs are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness. Individual results are not guaranteed.

Do I have to book an appointment?

No. You complete the questionnaire online and a licensed provider reviews it — there is no scheduling step and no waiting room.

Can I order more than one peptide?

Yes. Add each one to your cart and check out once. A provider reviews every treatment in your order.

Credibility you can verify

Care held to a higher standard

Licensed Providers

U.S. board-certified clinicians

503A Pharmacies

U.S.-based compounding partners

Most U.S. States

We confirm your state during intake

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Start with a real prescription

If you are going to take AOD-9604, take one a licensed provider prescribed and a 503A pharmacy compounded with your name on it. Answer a few questions and a licensed provider reviews them.

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  • Discreet, unmarked packaging
  • Refills so you never miss a dose
  • Labs guiding every adjustment
  • Licensed providers in most U.S. states
Medically reviewed

Sources & references

Medically reviewed by ForbiddenRx Medical Affairs — Independent, licensed medical providers · Last reviewed August 2026. This page was written and is periodically reviewed for medical accuracy in line with clinical guidance followed by the independent, licensed medical providers in the ForbiddenRx network. It is provided for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always talk with a licensed provider about your individual health.

  1. PubMed — AOD9604 in obesity research, published studies.
  2. PubMed — hGH fragment 176-191 and lipolysis, published literature.
  3. U.S. Food & Drug Administration. 503A Pharmacy Compounding — the regulatory basis for how this preparation is dispensed.
For further reading

Clinical references

This page is educational and is not medical advice.