What is AOD-9604?
A piece of the growth hormone molecule that is supposed to stimulate fat loss without the other effects of growth hormone.
How well studied is AOD-9604?
It was tested in humans as a weight-loss drug. In larger phase 2b trials there was no relevant difference from placebo; development was discontinued.
What side effects and risks does AOD-9604 have?
Well tolerated in the trials – but without any proven benefit.
Is AOD-9604 approved in Germany?
In short: no. Not approved as a medicine. Banned in sport (WADA S2).
Note: We deliberately do not list any doses here. For approved medicines, your doctor sets the dose; for unapproved substances there is no reliable information.