It can also cause sedation , which is why it is sometimes used to help patients relax or sleep
If they operate on you
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By uncoupling oxidative phosphorylation from ATP synthesis, they increase energy expenditure and improve metabolic parameters, making them promising candidates for treating diseases characterized by nutrient excess and metabolic dysfunction (9-11,17)
Their multifaceted benefits, including significant improvements in glycemic control and weight reduction, together with cardiovascular and renal protection, have led to their widespread use across various clinical settings [8,9,10]
Subsequently, a 2026 review in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons classified AOD-9604 as a therapeutic peptide for muscle and cartilage repair, noting that it promotes fat metabolism and may support cartilage repair without markedly altering glucose homeostasis or systemic IGF-1 levels