The AOD 9604 peptide has been extensively studied for its ability to stimulate lipolysis the breakdown of stored fat and inhibit lipogenesis the formation of new fat cells
AOD-9604 is a peptide fragment consisting of 16 amino acids
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Because the vitamin deposits into muscle rather than entering the vasculature immediately, intramuscular delivery produces a sustained release effect