AICAR

AMPK Activator Compound

Size: 50mg

$60.00

AICAR (Acadesine) is an AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) activator studied as an exercise-mimetic for metabolic, endurance, and cellular-energy research.

AICAR (Acadesine)

Adenosine analog metabolized to ZMP, a direct activator of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
A small-molecule research compound rather than a peptide
Studied as an "exercise mimetic" for endurance and metabolic signaling
Investigated for glucose uptake and fatty-acid oxidation pathways
Referenced in cellular-energy, metabolic, and ischemia research models

Research Use Notes

Supplied as lyophilized powder
Requires reconstitution before use
Reconstitution Solution required for mixing (sold separately)
Swirl gently, never shake
Allow powder to fully dissolve

Storage

Store lyophilized vial frozen for long-term holding
Keep reconstituted solution at 2 to 8°C
Protect from light and heat

Handling

Maintain sterile technique throughout reconstitution
For laboratory research use only
Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles to preserve integrity

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Frequently Asked Questions

One lyophilized peptide vial.

Orders are handed off to the carrier within 24 hours. FedEx 2 Day and UPS 2nd Day Air both deliver within about 48 hours and are free on orders $150+ (a flat $14 below that). Overnight options (FedEx Overnight / UPS Next Day Air) arrive the next calendar day when ordered before 1:00pm EST, and USPS Express (for PO boxes and rural areas) arrives within 2-3 days.

Through independent third-party analytical testing.

Lyophilized peptides should be stored at -20°C, protected from light and moisture, for long-term stability. Once reconstituted, keep refrigerated at 2–8°C and use within the recommended time frame to preserve potency.

Yes. Every batch includes verification documentation.

For Research Use Only

Products are intended solely for laboratory and scientific research purposes. Not intended for human consumption, veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of disease.