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AOD-9604 vs MOTS-c
Two compounds, mechanism by mechanism. Where they overlap, where they don't, and which vendors stock each.
Mechanism
AOD-9604
Synthetic 16-amino-acid fragment of human growth hormone (residues 176–191). Selectively retains the lipolytic effect of HGH while reducing growth-related effects.
Full guide →MOTS-c
Mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded in the 12S rRNA gene. Activates AMPK signaling and modulates metabolic adaptation. Often described as an exercise-mimetic compound.
Full guide →Key facts
Use-case overlap
- fat metabolism research
- lipolysis studies
- HGH fragment research
none
- mitochondrial function
- exercise-response research
- metabolic regulation
Where to buy
Sources
Other peptide matchups
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