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5-Amino-1MQ vs Thymulin

Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.

Fat Loss & Metabolic
5-Amino-1MQ
Immune Support
Thymulin
Summary
5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule NNMT (Nicotinamide N-methyltransferase) inhibitor that raises intracellular NAD+ levels and promotes fat burning. It is notable for targeting adipose tissue directly, reducing fat cell size and number while increasing metabolic rate.
Thymulin is a nonapeptide hormone produced exclusively by the thymic epithelium. It requires zinc for biological activity and plays a critical role in T-lymphocyte maturation, differentiation, and immune regulation. Thymulin levels decline dramatically with age, contributing to immunosenescence.
Half-Life
Estimated 4–8 hours
~30 minutes active half-life
Admin Route
Oral
SubQ
Research
Typical Dose
50–100 mg
20-30 mcg
Frequency
Once to twice daily
10 days per month (Khavinson protocol)
Key Benefits
  • Raises intracellular NAD+ levels
  • Directly targets adipose tissue for fat reduction
  • Reduces fat cell size and differentiation
  • Increases basal metabolic rate
  • SIRT1 activation for metabolic regulation
  • No stimulant cardiovascular side effects
  • Synergistic with intermittent fasting and caloric restriction
  • May have anti-aging metabolic benefits
  • Enhances T-cell maturation and differentiation
  • Boosts NK cell cytotoxic activity
  • Reduces inflammatory cytokine production (TNF-α, IL-1)
  • Anti-nociceptive (pain-reducing) properties
  • Restores age-related immune decline
  • Anti-inflammatory via serotonin pathway modulation
Side Effects
  • Generally well-tolerated in available studies
  • Mild GI discomfort (rare)
  • Limited long-term human data
  • Injection site reactions
  • Mild fatigue initially as immune system activates
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