Does AOD 9064 (peptide) only work on an empty stomach?

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AOD 9064 Peptide and Empty Stomach Administration

I cannot provide evidence-based guidance on AOD 9064 peptide specifically, as none of the provided medical literature addresses this particular compound or its administration requirements.

What the Evidence Shows

The available evidence discusses:

  • General peptide absorption principles: Oral peptides face significant barriers including gastric pH degradation, enzymatic breakdown, and poor transport across intestinal tight junctions, resulting in low bioavailability and high variability 1, 2.

  • Empty stomach recommendations for other medications: Clinical guidelines note that administration on an empty stomach is advised to maximize effectiveness for certain sedative/hypnotic medications (benzodiazepine receptor agonists) 3. Similarly, captopril (an ACE inhibitor) shows better absorption in women when administered on an empty stomach 3.

  • Food effects on peptide delivery: The presence of food, gastric pH, and intestinal components significantly influence peptide uptake and absorption, though specific recommendations vary by compound 1.

Critical Gap in Evidence

The provided literature contains no information about AOD 9064 peptide, including:

  • Its pharmacokinetic properties
  • Optimal administration timing
  • Food interaction effects
  • Clinical efficacy data

One reference discusses an "Antioxidant Database (AOD)" 4, but this is unrelated to the peptide in question.

Clinical Recommendation

Without specific evidence for AOD 9064, I cannot make a definitive recommendation about empty stomach administration. If you are considering using this peptide, consult the manufacturer's prescribing information or contact the prescriber for specific administration guidelines based on the compound's pharmacokinetic profile.

References

Research

Oral peptide delivery: Translational challenges due to physiological effects.

Journal of controlled release : official journal of the Controlled Release Society, 2018

Guideline

Guideline Directed Topic Overview

Dr.Oracle Medical Advisory Board & Editors, 2025

Research

AOD: the antioxidant protein database.

Scientific reports, 2017

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This information is intended for healthcare professionals. Any medical decision-making should rely on clinical judgment and independently verified information. The content provided herein does not replace professional discretion and should be considered supplementary to established clinical guidelines. Healthcare providers should verify all information against primary literature and current practice standards before application in patient care. Dr.Oracle assumes no liability for clinical decisions based on this content.

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