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5-Amino-1MQ is a small molecule compound designed to inhibit the enzyme NNMT (nicotinamide N-methyltransferase), which plays a key role in metabolic regulation and fat cell activity. By suppressing NNMT, 5-Amino-1MQ increases NAD⁺ levels and helps to accelerate energy metabolism, support healthy body composition, and reduce fat mass—especially visceral fat. It has gained attention for its potential to improve insulin sensitivity, mitochondrial function, and cellular repair, making it a popular option in fat loss, longevity, and athletic performance protocols.
KEY BENEFITS
- Promotes rapid fat loss without muscle breakdown
- Inhibits fat cell growth and reduces existing fat deposits
- NAD+ preservation: NAD+ is essential for mitochondrial function, which is central to the production of energy (ATP) within cells. As we age, NAD+ levels naturally decline, which can impair cellular energy production and lead to aging-related diseases. 5-Amino-1MQ’s ability to inhibit CD38 and preserve NAD+ levels is of significant interest for anti-aging and longevity research.
- Mitochondrial Biogenesis: 5-Amino-1MQ may also contribute to mitochondrial biogenesis, which refers to the generation of new mitochondria in cells. Mitochondria are responsible for energy production, and an increase in their numbers can improve overall cellular function and endurance.
- Improves insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance
- Cognitive Health: By improving mitochondrial health and NAD+ levels, 5-Amino-1MQ may help protect brain cells from age-related neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. NAD+ is essential for neuronal function and survival.
- Increased Brain Energy: The compound’s potential to enhance mitochondrial function could improve energy metabolism in the brain, supporting cognitive performance and possibly reducing brain fatigue
- Supports cellular longevity and anti-aging effects
- Improved Endurance: By enhancing mitochondrial activity and fat oxidation, 5-Amino-1MQ could improve physical endurance and exercise capacity. This may be particularly beneficial for endurance athletes or anyone looking to increase their stamina.
- May assist in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress
- Muscle Preservation: Because 5-Amino-1MQ promotes fat loss rather than muscle loss, it may help maintain lean muscle mass while reducing body fat. This makes it an attractive option for individuals undergoing body composition changes.
MECHANISM OF ACTION
5-Amino-1MQ works primarily by:
- NNMT Inhibition: Suppresses the enzyme responsible for downregulating energy metabolism in fat cells
- NAD⁺ Elevation: Increases intracellular NAD⁺, enhancing mitochondrial function and energy production
- Mitochondrial Optimization: Promotes thermogenesis and lipid oxidation via improved mitochondrial efficiency
The result is an upregulation of cellular metabolism, reduced fat accumulation, and improved lean body mass.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Common (usually temporary and mild):
- Headache
- Mild fatigue
- Digestive discomfort (bloating, nausea)
- Mild increase in heart rate
Rare:
- Skin irritation or redness at injection site
- Dizziness or jitteriness
- Temporary sleep disturbances
SIDE EFFECT MANAGEMENT
- Stay hydrated and eat balanced meals during the protocol
- Reduce dosage if fatigue or nausea occurs
- Use smaller split doses if needed to increase tolerance
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Do NOT use 5-Amino-1MQ if:
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions
- You have liver or kidney impairment
- You are allergic to any excipients or BAC
- You are on medications that alter NAD metabolism without physician oversight
5-AMINO-1MQ: 10MG RECONSTITUTION AND DOSING PROTOCOLS
4-8 week cycles followed by a 2-4 week washout period
May be taken any time of day, although morning or afternoon is preferred
Does not need to be taken while fasting, although GI side effects may be mitigated by dosing along with a light meal
Subcutaneous Administration
4-Week Minimum Protocol
Mix with 2mL (200 units) of BAC water
- Weeks 1-2: Take 20 units (1mg), 1x/day
- Weeks 3-4: Take 40 units (2mg), 1x/day
Mix with 2mL (200 units) of BAC water
- Weeks 1-4: 20 units (1mg), 1x/day
- Weeks 5-8: 40 units (2mg), 1x/day OR continue with 20 units (1mg) for duration of cycle
Standard Protocol (Recommended)
Mix with 2mL (200 units) of BAC water
- Week 1: 20 units (1mg), 1x/day
- Week 2-3: 40 units (2mg), 1x/day
- Weeks 3-4: 60 units (3mg), 1x/day
- Weeks 5-6: 80 units (4mg), 1x/day
- Weeks 7-8: 100 units (5mg), 1x/day
5-AMINO-1MQ: 50MG RECONSTITUTION AND DOSING PROTOCOLS
4-6 week cycles followed by a 2-4 week washout period
May be taken any time of day, although morning or afternoon is preferred
Does not need to be taken while fasting; GI side effects may be mitigated by dosing along with a light meal
It is recommended to split the daily dose in to two or three injections to maintain a steady level of 5-Amino-1mq in the blood
Most effective when cycled at the start of a cutting period
Subcutaneous Administration
Recommended Protocol
Mix with 3mL (300 units) of BAC water
Days 1-3: 15 units (2.5mg) once per day, 7 days/week
Days 4-7 + weeks 2-6: 15 units (2.5mg) 2x/day, 7 days per week
Single Daily Dose Protocol
Mix with 3mL (300 units) of BAC water
Days 1-3: 15 units (2.5mg) once per day, 7 days/week
Days 4-7 + weeks 2-6: 30 units (5mg) once per day, 7 days/week
Stacking Suggestions
- AOD-9604 – Targets fat loss with no muscle deterioration
- CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin – Boosts growth hormone for enhanced metabolic effect
- GLP-1 Agonists (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide) – Supports appetite suppression and insulin regulation
- Glutathione or NAD+ Precursors – To amplify anti-aging and mitochondrial repair benefits
neuroprotective and cognitive-enhancing benefits. Its unique structure helps it cross the blood-brain barrier effectively, increasing its bioactive stability.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
- Bacteriostatic water
- Recommended insulin syringes for dosing: 1mL-30 gauge-8mm (5/16″) or .5mL-30 gauge-8mm (5/16″)
GENERAL DOSING GUIDELINES
8-12 week cycle followed by washout period equal to the length of the cycle you completed
Daily Dosing
Morning dosing recommended, although not absolutely mandatory; try to be consistent with your dosing time each day
You do not have to be fasted to dose
Subcutaneous Administration
RECONSTITUTION
Mix with 3mL (300 units) of bacteriostatic water
DOSING PROTOCOL
Weeks 1-2: Take 9 units (300mcg) once per day
Weeks 3-4: Take 15 units (500mcg) once per day
Weeks 5-6: Take 23 units (750mcg) once per day
Weeks 7-8+: Take 30 units (1,000mcg) once per day
Adipotide (aka prohibitin-TP01 and fat-targeted proapoptotic peptide) designed to selectively eliminate blood vessels feeding white adipose (fat) tissue. It combines a homing sequence that targets fat-vasculature receptors (e.g. prohibitin/annexin A2) and a pro-apoptotic (cell death-inducing) sequence that triggers vessel cell death. The mechanism aims to starve fat cells of blood supply, leading to targeted fat tissue loss rather than systemic appetite suppression. Once the fat tissue has undergone apoptosis, it is cleared by the body. These results happen regardless of whether or not a person changes their diet or exercise regimens.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Targeted visceral fat reduction: Adipotide preferentially affected white adipose tissue, including visceral fat around organs. Visceral fat is linked to cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and metabolic risk- reducing it can have outsized health benefits compared to losing general body weight.
- Improved insulin support, for Type 2 diabetics
- Because the targeting receptor, prohibitin, is also present in some tumor vasculature, it is of interest to cancer researchers
- Its non-CNS peripheral action provides a mechanistic contrast to central appetite-modulating drugs
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
- Injection site reactions (redness, swelling, and/or itching)
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Dehydration
- Dose-dependent, predictable, reversible renal injury and tubular dysfunction, including minimal to moderate tubular degeneration and necrosis after treatment, typically resolved after treatment.
- Increased urine output and slight dehydration have been observed, potentially reflecting early kidney function disruption
- Serum creatinine elevation indicate kidney strain, although typically mild and reversible
- Dehydration common, potentially linked to increased diuresis and kidney changes
INTERACTIONS
- Co-administration with other nephrotoxic agents (e.g. aminoglycosides, certain chemotherapeutics, high-dose contrast agents) could theoretically increase the risk of combined kidney toxicity.
- Because Adipotide influences fat tissue metabolism and possibly insulin sensitivity, theoretical interactions with glucose-lowering medications (e.g. insulin or hypoglycemic agents) or lipid-modifying agents could occur, although no controlled data exist.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding
- Do not use if you have pre-existing renal impairment. Can be particularly hard on the kidneys.
ADIPOTIDE: 10MG – CYCLE AND DOSING CONSIDERATIONS
28-day cycle followed by 12-28 day washout period
Daily dosing for duration of the cycle
May be dosed at any time, day or night
Adipotide does not have to be taken in a fasted state
Subcutaneous administration: abdominal region recommended
RECONSTITUTION
Mix with 2.5mL (250 units) of BAC water
DOSING PROTOCOL
Days 1-7: 8 units (.33mg), 1x/day
Days 9-14: 14 units (.55mg), 1x/day
Days 15-28: 25 units (1mg), 1x/day
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You ordered your first peptide. It shows up as a tiny vial of white powder. Now you're staring at it wondering what to do next.
This guide covers everything: how to mix it, how to store it, how long it lasts, and what to do when something looks wrong.
What You're Actually Looking At
That powder is lyophilized peptide. Freeze-dried to keep it stable during shipping. It can't be injected as powder. You need to reconstitute it, which just means mixing it with water.
Think of it like powdered drink mix. Useless as powder. Add water, it becomes usable.
What You'll Need
Bacteriostatic water. Not sterile water, not saline, not tap water. Bacteriostatic water contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol which prevents bacteria from growing. This keeps your peptide safe for weeks after mixing.
Insulin syringes. 29-31 gauge, 1mL. You'll use one to add water to the vial and a fresh one for each injection.
Alcohol swabs. Clean the vial tops before every use.
The Reconstitution Process
Wipe the top of your peptide vial with an alcohol swab. Do the same with your bacteriostatic water vial.
Draw up your chosen amount of bac water. Most people use 1-2mL per vial. Using 2mL makes the math easier for most dosing.
Insert the needle into the peptide vial at an angle. Aim for the inside wall of the glass, not directly onto the powder.
Push the plunger slowly. Let the water trickle down the side of the vial. Don't blast it directly onto the powder.
Remove the needle. Let the vial sit untouched for 1-2 minutes.
The powder will dissolve on its own. You'll see it slowly disappear into the water. Don't shake it, don't swirl it aggressively, don't try to speed it up. Peptides are fragile. Rough handling can damage them.
After a couple minutes, you should have a clear liquid. That's it. You just reconstituted a peptide.
Choosing Your Water Amount
The amount of water you add determines your concentration. This affects how many units you draw for each dose.
Example with a 5mg BPC-157 vial:
Add 1mL of bac water: each 0.1mL (10 units) equals 500mcg
Add 2mL of bac water: each 0.1mL (10 units) equals 250mcg
More water means lower concentration. Less water means higher concentration. Neither is better or worse. It's just math.
Use peptidecalculator.com if you want the math done for you. Plug in your vial size, water amount, and desired dose. It tells you exactly how many units to draw.
Storage Rules
Before reconstitution (powder form): Freezer is ideal for long-term storage. Fridge works fine for a few months. Room temperature is okay for a few weeks if necessary.
After reconstitution (liquid form): Refrigerator only. Never freeze reconstituted peptides. Freezing creates ice crystals that can damage the peptide structure.
Keep vials upright. Away from light. Don't leave them sitting on the counter.
How Long Does It Last?
Powder form in freezer: 1-2 years, potentially longer
Powder form in fridge: 6-12 months
Powder form at room temperature: 1-3 months depending on the peptide
Reconstituted in fridge: 4-6 weeks with bacteriostatic water
The 4-6 week timeline is why water choice matters. If you used sterile water instead of bacteriostatic water, you'd have maybe 5-7 days before bacterial contamination becomes a concern. Bacteriostatic water buys you time.
Signs Something Went Wrong
Clear liquid turning cloudy: Could mean bacterial contamination or peptide degradation. Don't use it.
Particles floating in the solution: Same deal. Something broke down. Toss it.
Powder that won't dissolve: Sometimes the powder clumps and takes longer. Give it 10-15 minutes. If it still won't dissolve after gentle swirling, the peptide may have been damaged during shipping or storage.
Color change: Most peptides should be clear or very slightly tinted. Yellow, brown, or any strong color usually means degradation.
Weird smell: Peptides shouldn't really smell like anything. A strong or off smell is a red flag.
When in doubt, throw it out. A $30-50 vial isn't worth risking an infection or injecting degraded product.
Common Mistakes
Shaking the vial vigorously. Peptides aren't protein powder. Aggressive shaking can denature them. Gentle swirling only.
Spraying water directly onto the powder. The force can damage the peptide. Always aim for the vial wall.
Leaving reconstituted peptides at room temperature. Even a few hours won't ruin it, but make refrigeration a habit immediately after use.
Using the same syringe for multiple vials. Cross-contamination risk. Fresh syringe every time you draw from a vial.
Not wiping vial tops with alcohol. Every single time. No exceptions. Bacteria on the rubber stopper can get pushed into your peptide.
The Travel Consideration
If you're going somewhere for more than a few days, you'll need to keep your peptides cold. Small insulated cooler bag with ice packs works. Wrap vials in cloth so they don't freeze from direct ice contact.
I've traveled dozens of times with peptides. TSA doesn't care. They see insulin and medication daily. Just keep it in your carry-on, not checked luggage.
Quick Reference
Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water, not sterile water
Aim water at vial wall, not directly on powder
Let it dissolve naturally, don't shake
Store powder in freezer or fridge
Store reconstituted in fridge only, never freezer
Use within 4-6 weeks after mixing
When in doubt, throw it out
What questions do you still have about mixing or storing your peptides?
Disclaimer: This content is for educational and research purposes only. Peptides are not approved for human use. Nothing here is medical advice. Consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.