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AICAR
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An AMPK activator (not technically a peptide) studied for "exercise-mimetic" metabolic effects on endurance and fat oxidation.
Half-life
1 h
Common dose
250 – 500 mg
Dosing frequency
Daily
Administration
Subcutaneous
How it works
AICAR activates AMPK, a key cellular energy sensor that promotes glucose uptake, fatty-acid oxidation, and mitochondrial biogenesis — effects similar to exercise adaptation.
Protocol notes
Research dosing varies widely. Banned by WADA as a metabolic modulator. Limited human safety data outside of cardiac trials.
Reported side effects
Limited human data. Possible hypoglycemia, fatigue.