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AOD-9604 vs Dihexa

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

Fat Loss & Metabolic
AOD-9604
Cognitive Enhancement
Dihexa
Summary
AOD-9604 is a modified fragment of human growth hormone (residues 177-191) with an additional tyrosine residue that significantly enhances bioavailability. Originally developed as an anti-obesity drug by Metabolic Pharmaceuticals, it stimulates lipolysis and inhibits lipogenesis without the diabetogenic effects of full GH.
Dihexa is a potent experimental oligopeptide derived from angiotensin IV that dramatically enhances synaptogenesis. Preclinical research shows cognitive enhancement orders of magnitude more potent than BDNF — it is considered one of the most powerful nootropic compounds in research, but has very limited human safety data.
Half-Life
30-45 minutes injectable; longer with nasal spray formulation
Unknown (limited pharmacokinetic data)
Admin Route
SubQ, Intranasal, Oral
Oral, SubQ, Topical
Research
Typical Dose
300-600 mcg
5–10 mg
Frequency
Once daily
Daily
Key Benefits
  • Selective fat loss without anabolic side effects
  • No effect on blood glucose or insulin resistance
  • Improved bioavailability over Fragment 176-191
  • GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status in Australia
  • Potential cartilage repair and anti-inflammatory properties
  • Does not suppress natural GH production
  • Dramatically increases synapse formation (potentially 10 million× more potent than BDNF in animal models)
  • Enhances memory and learning
  • May reverse cognitive decline
  • Improves neuroplasticity and executive function
  • Long-lasting cognitive benefits from short courses
  • Potential therapeutic agent for Alzheimer's
Side Effects
  • Localized injection site reactions
  • Headache (rare)
  • Hypoglycemia risk in combination with insulin (very rare)
  • Headache
  • Irritability
  • Brain fog during washout period
  • Unknown long-term effects (insufficient data)
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