AICAR
€340.00
AICAR (5-Aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleotide) is a powerful AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase) activator — often called an “exercise mimetic” because it triggers many of the same metabolic changes that happen during physical activity. Supplied as lyophilized powder with ≥98% purity (HPLC-verified).
How It Works
AMPK is the body’s master metabolic switch. It turns on when cells need more energy — during exercise, fasting, or calorie restriction. AICAR activates AMPK directly, flipping this switch without the need for exercise. This triggers glucose uptake into muscles, fatty acid oxidation for fuel, and mitochondrial biogenesis.
Research Data
- Fat burning: AMPK activation by AICAR increases fatty acid oxidation in both muscle and liver, shifting metabolism toward using stored fat as fuel.
- Endurance boost: In a landmark mouse study, sedentary mice given AICAR ran 44% longer than untreated mice — without any training — by activating metabolic pathways normally stimulated by exercise.
- Glucose control: AICAR improves insulin sensitivity and glucose uptake in muscle cells independent of insulin signaling, making it of interest for diabetes and metabolic syndrome research.
- Fat tissue effects: Research shows reduced fat accumulation and smaller adipocyte size, consistent with increased metabolic activity in white adipose tissue.
Research Applications
- AMPK signaling pathway research
- Exercise metabolism and muscle physiology
- Insulin sensitivity and glucose transport studies
- Mitochondrial biogenesis and function assays
Product Specifications
- Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Solubility: Reconstitute in sterile bacteriostatic water or PBS
Storage & Handling
- Store lyophilized powder at -20°C, protected from light and moisture.
- After reconstitution, aliquot and store at -20°C.
Disclaimer: This product is intended exclusively for laboratory and research purposes. It is not a drug, dietary supplement, or food product. Not for human or veterinary use.
What the Internet Says
This is what online communities discuss. Not medical advice — for laboratory research use only.
Community Buzz
AICAR is called “exercise in a vial” for good reason. This AMPK activator made headlines when a 2008 study showed sedentary mice developed marathon-runner endurance on AICAR. WADA banned it in 2009. The community is split: some revere it as the ultimate fat-loss and endurance tool, others worry about AMPK overactivation and cardiac remodeling. Unlike MOTS-C which activates AMPK through natural pathways, AICAR is a direct chemical activator — more potent but with more unknowns. Users describe dramatically increased fat oxidation and endurance during cardio.
Why People Are Interested
- Burns fat like you’re exercising, even at rest. Activates AMPK, telling cells to switch to fat-burning mode.
- Endurance jumps significantly. Converts muscle fibers toward slow-twitch, fatigue-resistant types.
- Improves glucose uptake independent of insulin. A metabolic health boost that mimics exercise benefits.
⚠️ WADA-banned. No human clinical trials. AMPK overactivation and cardiac concerns are debated. Community protocols are experimental. This information is for awareness only.
| Dosage | 50mg*10vials |
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Shipping & Delivery
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Delivery Time: 6 to 12 business days worldwide.
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All peptide products are supplied as a lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder in sterile glass vials. Lyophilization preserves the peptide's structural integrity and biological activity during transport and storage. The powder must be reconstituted with an appropriate solvent before use in research protocols.
Recommended Solvent
For most peptide research applications, we recommend using Bacteriostatic Water (BAC) — sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic agent. BAC water helps maintain sterility after reconstitution and is suitable for multi-dose research protocols.
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Reconstitution Protocol
- Prepare: Clean your work surface and ensure all materials (vial, BAC water, syringes) are handled in a sterile manner.
- Calculate: Determine the desired concentration by dividing the peptide mass (mg) by the volume of BAC water added (mL). For example, adding 2 mL of BAC water to a 5 mg vial yields a concentration of 2.5 mg/mL.
- Reconstitute: Using a sterile syringe, draw the calculated volume of BAC water. Insert the needle through the rubber stopper at an angle and slowly inject the solvent down the inner wall of the vial — avoid directing the stream directly onto the powder to prevent foaming.
- Dissolve: Gently swirl the vial (do not shake) until the powder is fully dissolved. Most peptides dissolve within 1-2 minutes. A clear, colorless solution indicates complete dissolution.
- Aliquot: For long-term use, transfer the reconstituted solution into sterile aliquots to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles of the original vial.
Post-Reconstitution Storage
- Store reconstituted peptide solution at 2-8°C for short-term use (up to 7 days).
- For extended storage, aliquot and freeze at -20°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
- Always label aliquots with peptide name, concentration, date, and storage conditions.
Note: The optimal solvent and reconstitution protocol may vary depending on the specific peptide and research application. Researchers should consult peptide-specific literature for solubility guidance.
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