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5-Amino-1MQ

NNMT inhibitor studied for fat metabolism and cellular energy.

Preclinical evidenceEvidence comes from cell-culture and/or animal studies only. Effects have not been demonstrated in humans.

For research purposes only. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. By purchasing, you confirm these products will be used for legitimate research purposes.

About 5-Amino-1MQ

5-Amino-1MQ is a small molecule that inhibits nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), an enzyme overexpressed in adipose tissue. Inhibiting NNMT is studied for boosting cellular NAD+, increasing metabolic rate, and reducing fat storage, making it a research compound for body composition and energy.

Key Benefits

  • Inhibits NNMT in fat tissue
  • Supports cellular NAD+ levels
  • Studied for increased metabolic rate
  • Targets fat storage and energy

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Category Ratings

Muscle & Strength
Minimal
Fat Loss
Mild
Recovery
N/A
Skin & Anti-Aging
N/A
Sleep
N/A
Cognitive
Minimal
Immune
N/A
Longevity
Mild
Bone & Hormonal
N/A

How to Take

Injection

Subcutaneous injection in the morning

Oral / Capsule

Oral capsule in the morning as an alternative

Common Side Effects

  • Mild nausea
  • Injection site reactions
  • Headache

Legal & Regulatory Status

Research use only. Not FDA-approved. Weight-loss/metabolic effects are preclinical (obese mice) only; no human data.

Safety and regulatory details for FDA-approved compounds are drawn from the official product label via openFDA; clinical development status reflects ClinicalTrials.gov. This information is provided for research reference, is not endorsed by the FDA, and may not be complete or current.

Research & Sources

Preclinical evidenceEvidence comes from cell-culture and/or animal studies only. Effects have not been demonstrated in humans.

Sources are selected for reliability (peer-reviewed literature, openFDA, ClinicalTrials.gov) but this is a research summary, not medical advice, and may not be exhaustive.

Prices at quality-checked sources · as of August 2026 (8 days ago)

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CategoryWeight Management
Formsinjectable, oral

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