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HGH Fragment 176-191

Also known as: HGH Frag, Fragment 176-191, AOD

limited human dataWADA bannedNot FDA approvedResearch only
Mechanism of Action

HGH Fragment 176-191 is a catalog-expanded peptide entry in ProtoComp's source-backed compound corpus. It is included for search, calculator math, stack awareness, and future research curation based on expand compound catalog, local_seed, seed corpus peptides. Published dosing, cycle length, and clinical-use claims are intentionally left null until compound-specific evidence is reviewed.

Recorded Dose Range
Low250 mcg/dose
Typical500 mcg 1-2x/day
High1000 mcg/day total

C-terminal fragment of hGH. Claimed fat-loss action without the GH/IGF-1 anabolic effects. Most human dosing is anecdotal.

Recorded Cycle Range
Short4 wks
Typical8 wks
Long12 wks

Typical cut-phase use. Limited long-term human data.

Off-cycle: 4 weeks

Administration
Routessubcutaneous
Frequency1-2x daily
Preferred timingMorning fasted + pre-workout
AvoidAvoid carbs/fats within 1 hour

Timing mirrors GHRP protocols.

Recorded Cautions

Contraindications

  • Pregnancy
  • Cancer history

Common side effects

  • Injection site reactions
  • Flushing
  • Mild nausea

Serious risks

  • Limited long-term safety data

Pregnancy / breastfeeding

No data — consult clinician

Common Misconceptions
  • Often conflated with AOD-9604 (AOD is the modified analog with a disulfide bridge)
  • Not a GH agonist — does not stimulate IGF-1 or grow tissue
Commonly Stacked With
AOD-9604CJC-1295BPC-157
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