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Compound comparison

AOD-9604 vs Semaglutide

Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus

AOD-9604 and Semaglutide are both weight loss compounds evaluated on Vial: AOD-9604 is not FDA approved for human use with preclinical evidence, and Semaglutide is an FDA-approved drug with compounding now restricted with FDA-approval-level clinical evidence.

Vial summary · compiled from public records

At a glance

AOD-9604

Category
Weight Loss
FDA / legal status
Gray Market
Route
0providers on Vial →

Semaglutide

Sold as Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus

Category
Weight Loss
FDA / legal status
Compounding Restricted
Route
Subcutaneous, oral
28providers on Vial →

Side by side

FieldAOD-9604Semaglutide
CategoryWeight LossWeight Loss
Brand namesOzempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus
FDA / legal statusGray MarketCompounding Restricted
Evidence tierPreclinicalFDA Approved
Administration routeSubcutaneous, oral
Compounding accessNot FDA approved, limited regulated accessCompounding limited to documented case-by-case 503A need
Providers on Vial0 listed28 listed
Typical price bandVaries by provider$ to $$

Verified providers offering each

Ranked by Confidence Rating, Vial’s 0 to 100 score built from federal and state public records. The score evaluates the provider, not the compound.

85+ High Confidence70 to 84 Well Documented50 to 69 Limited ConfidenceUnder 50 Flagged

About each compound

About AOD-9604

A modified fragment of human growth hormone consisting of amino acids 177-191, this synthetic peptide was designed to retain the lipolytic properties of GH while lacking its growth-promoting and IGF-1-elevating effects. It acts primarily by stimulating lipolysis and inhibiting lipogenesis in adipose tissue. The compound has been investigated in clinical trials for obesity and is also used in some formulations for osteoarthritis, though regulatory approval status varies by jurisdiction.

About Semaglutide

A synthetic glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, semaglutide mimics the incretin hormone GLP-1 to stimulate glucose-dependent insulin secretion, suppress glucagon release, and slow gastric emptying. The compound also acts on hypothalamic receptors to reduce appetite and food intake. Primary clinical applications include the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus and chronic weight management in individuals with obesity or overweight with weight-related comorbidities.

Descriptions compiled from public FDA records and manufacturer labeling where available. Not medical advice.

This page evaluates compliance signals, not clinical outcomes. Consult a licensed physician before starting any therapy, medication, or treatment. Vial does not provide medical advice.

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