Metabolic Peptide Cheat Sheet (2026): Energy, Fat Loss & Metabolism Guide

Metabolic Peptide Cheat Sheet

Explore metabolic peptides with dosage guides, benefits, and comparisons for MOTS-c, SS-31, GLP-1, NAD+, 5-Amino-1MQ, AOD-9604, and more. Your quick-reference for metabolic optimization.

For research purposes only.

This cheat sheet is a research reference only — not for human consumption or therapeutic use.

sur

Weight Loss

5 mg

2 mL

1.2–4.8 mg

Weekly

12–24 weeks

lca

Fat Loss / Muscle

1000 mg

N/A

500–2000 mg

Daily

Ongoing

bam

Fat Loss / Metabolic

10 mg

50–200 mg

4–8 weeks

maz

3–9 mg

cag

3 mL

0.25–0.5 mg

2–3×/week

8–12 weeks

mot

Longevity & Anti-Aging

500 mcg–5 mg

2×/week

4 weeks

ss3

500 mcg to 5 mg

GLP-2

500 mcg–15 mg

8–16 weeks

nad

500 mg

5–7 mL

50–100 mg

GLP-1

18 mg

0.25–2.5 mg

16+ weeks

GLP-3

0.5–3.0 mg

Every other day

5am

Weight + Fat Loss

25 mg

1–5 mg

aod

2 mL BAC water

500 mcg

8 weeks

slu

Fat Loss

20 mg

250–500 mcg

5 days on / 2 days off

Weight

Metabolic

Longevity

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Metabolic Peptide Cheat Sheet — Research Notes

Key considerations and protocol notes for each peptide in this cheat sheet.

Survodutide is an experimental weekly injection being studied for weight loss. It works by curbing appetite and boosting the number of calories your body burns, and early studies show it also helps with a liver condition called MASH.

Performance

L-Carnitine is a natural compound that helps your cells burn fat for energy and can support recovery after exercise. Injectable forms are popular because the body absorbs them better than carnitine taken by mouth.

BAM-15 is an experimental compound that helps the body burn fat without raising body temperature, which makes it safer than similar older compounds. Most of what we know comes from animal studies, not humans.

Mazdutide is an experimental injection being studied for weight loss and blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes. It works by curbing appetite and helping your body burn more energy.

Cagrilintide mimics a natural hormone called amylin to help curb your appetite.

MOTS-c is a peptide that helps regulate metabolism and mimics some of the benefits of exercise.

SS-31 supports the mitochondria, the energy-producing parts of your cells.

This is Tirzepatide, a medication that activates two gut hormone pathways (GIP and GLP-1) to help with weight loss and blood sugar. Some people use very small 'microdoses' to get benefits with fewer side effects, taken weekly or every other day.

NAD+ is a molecule your cells need to produce energy. This 500 mg vial is a good starting size for a standard, ongoing NAD+ routine.

This is Semaglutide, a long-acting medication that helps control appetite and blood sugar. It's also available as a ready-to-use pen that doesn't require mixing with water.

This is Retatrutide, an experimental medication that activates three different gut hormone pathways at once. Taking very small 'microdoses' can provide benefits with fewer side effects.

5-Amino-1MQ supports mitochondrial function and can help with fat loss.

AOD-9604 is a small fragment of growth hormone that helps promote fat burning. It needs to be mixed with a special combination of water and a mild acid to fully dissolve.

SLU-PP-332 is a lab-made compound (not technically a peptide) that helps boost mitochondrial function and endurance, and is used for fat loss. All the dosing data we have comes from mouse studies — there's no human safety data yet.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a peptide dosage calculator?

A peptide dosage calculator is a free tool that converts your vial size, bacteriostatic water volume, and target dose into an exact syringe draw volume. Instead of doing the reconstitution math by hand, you enter three inputs and instantly get the concentration of your solution and how many milliliters or syringe units to draw. This calculator works for single peptide compounds and multi-peptide blends.

How do I calculate peptide dosage from a vial?

To calculate your peptide dose, divide the total peptide content of your vial in micrograms by the volume of bacteriostatic water you added in milliliters. This gives you your solution concentration in mcg/mL. Then divide your target dose by that concentration to get your draw volume. For example, a 5mg (5,000 mcg) vial reconstituted with 2mL of BAC water gives a concentration of 2,500 mcg/mL. A 250 mcg dose would require drawing 0.1mL. This calculator automates all of those steps instantly.

How much Bacteriostatic water should I add to a peptide vial?

Most people add 2mL to 3mL of bacteriostatic water per vial, but the right amount depends on the dose you want to draw and the syringe size you are using. Adding 1mL to a 5mg vial gives you a concentration of 5,000 mcg/mL, making each dose very small in volume. Adding 2mL gives you 2,500 mcg/mL, which is easier to measure on a standard insulin syringe. A general guideline is to choose a volume that puts your typical dose somewhere between 10 and 30 units on a U-100 syringe. Use the calculator above to test different water volumes and find what works for your dose.

How are peptides different from proteins?

Both are made of amino acids, but peptides are much smaller than proteins. Because of their tiny size, peptides can act like tiny messengers in the body, sending specific signals to your cells to tell them exactly what to do.​

Are peptides safe?

There is no single answer because every peptide is entirely different. Safety depends on the specific compound, how pure it is, the dose you take, the way it was made, and your own personal medical history.

Are all peptides medicines?

No, they are not all medicines. The word "peptide" just describes the shape and chemical makeup of the molecule, rather than its legal or medical status. While some are officially approved prescription drugs, many others are strictly for research or are used as standard health supplements.

What does peptide reconstitution mean?

Reconstitution is the simple process of mixing a freeze-dried powder with a safe liquid to turn it into a usable liquid solution. Whenever this is done, it requires very clean and sterile methods to prevent any harmful bacteria from getting into the mixture.

Which peptide is best for my goals?

There is rarely one single best option for everyone. Instead of looking for a magic compound, it is much safer and more effective to start by looking at your specific goals. We recommend exploring our category pages first to learn about the different options that align with what you want to achieve.

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