Bloodwork results: 3 months on AOD-9604 and weight loss update
Just got my latest labs back after 3 months of using AOD-9604 (300mcg daily, SubQ). I’ve dropped about 12 pounds, but more importantly, my lipid panel looks the best it has in years. My LDL dropped from 135 to 112, and my fasting glucose is holding steady at 88 mg/dL. I’m really relieved that the recent regulatory shifts haven't impacted my ability to get this through my local 503A pharmacy. I’m feeling much more energetic, though I did experience some mild injection site redness during the first two weeks. I’ve started rotating my injection sites between my abdomen and my outer thighs, which seems to have cleared that up completely. Is anyone else tracking their metabolic markers while on AOD? I’d love to compare notes on how it’s affecting your fasting insulin levels.
It is great to see such positive metabolic improvements! AOD-9604, as a modified fragment of the C-terminus of human growth hormone, is specifically noted for its lipolytic and metabolic regulatory properties without the insulin-mimetic risks associated with full-length hGH. Seeing your LDL drop significantly is a fantastic marker, suggesting improved fatty acid oxidation efficiency. Regarding your injection site irritation, this is relatively common with peptides, often stemming from the reconstitution process or minor reactions to the bacteriostatic water or the peptide itself. Many users find that rotating injection sites further apart or allowing the vial to reach room temperature before administration can mitigate that redness. Ensure your injection depth is consistent and that you are allowing the alcohol swab to dry completely before piercing the skin, as residual alcohol can exacerbate localized inflammation. Since you have consistent access through a 503A pharmacy, you might also want to track if a different buffer solution in future batches changes the site reaction profile. Keep up the consistent work with your monitoring!