7) Cardiovascular Considerations Although robust human data is lacking, theoretical cardiovascular concerns include: Changes in exercise tolerance Mild palpitations Blood pressure variability Because metabolic regulators can indirectly influence vascular tone and energy expenditure, individuals with preexisting cardiovascular conditions should exercise caution
no Phase II or III trials published Most common AOD-9604 side effect / Injection-site reaction (redness, swelling) Most common reported MOTS-c side effect / Transient flushing and mild GI discomfort (anecdotal, not trial-confirmed) Growth hormone axis impact / AOD-9604 does not activate the GH receptor
It's better for energy and metabolism, but doesnt suppress appetite
They found that sedentary mice treated with 5-amino-1MQ and mice that underwent vigorous exercise had significantly lower levels of muscle cell fats, suggesting improved muscle quality
Very rarely, more serious reactions can occur, such as a severe allergic reaction
A good candidate for self-injection is someone who is medically stable, has no bleeding disorder, is not on high-dose blood thinners without medical guidance, has completed an in-clinic training session, and has a reliable sharps container at home