For several years, these peptides existed in a regulatory gray area after being moved to Category 2 by the FDA
Neurological symptoms often develop gradually and may include: Paraesthesia : tingling or 'pins and needles' sensations, typically starting in the feet and hands Numbness : reduced sensation in the extremities, which may affect balance and coordination Burning pain : particularly in the feet, often worse at night Weakness : muscle weakness and difficulty walking Balance problems : unsteady gait and increased fall risk due to proprioceptive impairment Cognitive changes : memory problems, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and mood disturbances Haematological signs may accompany neurological symptoms and include fatigue, weakness, pallor, and shortness of breath due to megaloblastic anaemia
Typical doses range from 50-150 micrograms daily
Since it is an exogenous androgen, it should not be used in men trying to conceive
Mechanistically, studies suggest vascular and tendon/muscle healing effects
It is proposed that adipocytes exposed to AOD9604 may trigger an increase in intracellular cAMP