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Peptide ComparisonAOD-9604 vs IGF-DES
Both are GH / IGF Axis peptides.
AOD-9604
Advanced Obesity Drug 9604
Half-life: 30–60 minutes
197 providers listed
AOD-9604 has published research citations on file; IGF-DES does not yet — the main evidence gap between them.
AOD-9604
Half-life
30–60 minutes
IGF-DES
Half-life
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| Your goal | Better option |
|---|---|
| Has published research citations | AOD-9604 |
| Oral administration option | AOD-9604 |
| More provider options (197 vs 3) | AOD-9604 |
Research summary only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before making any decisions.
AOD-9604
IGF-DES
AOD-9604
IGF-DES
No citations on file.
About AOD-9604
AOD-9604 stimulates lipolysis and inhibits lipogenesis through mechanisms believed to be independent of the insulin-like growth factor pathway. It appears to mimic the fat-metabolising action of growth hormone without triggering the proliferative effects associated with full GH or GH-releasing peptides. Oral bioavailability has been observed in some formulations, making it of interest for non-injectable protocols.
About IGF-DES
N-terminal truncation eliminates IGFBP binding, leaving nearly all circulating IGF-DES unbound and active. Results in substantially higher tissue IGF-1R activation versus native IGF-1 at equivalent doses. Activates PI3K/Akt/mTOR for muscle hypertrophy and satellite cell proliferation.
Information below reflects published research data only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before use.
AOD-9604
No established clinical contraindications. This is an investigational compound with limited human data and has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety in this context. Consult a qualified clinician.
IGF-DES
Under clinical review
Being verified by our medical team before we display contraindications for this peptide.
AOD-9604
IGF-DES
Not enough vendor pricing yet.
Where to source these peptides
AOD-9604
197 listed
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Providers offeringIGF-DES
3 listed
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