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5-Amino-1MQ

Also known as NNMT inhibitor, 5-amino-1-methylquinolinium.

Best known for An oral compound studied for fat loss, often grouped with peptides
Evidence★☆☆☆☆
Safety dataLargely unknown
Route Oral
United StatesNot approved
AustraliaNot listed by name; unapproved therapeutic good
as at 16 September 2026

What it is

5-Amino-1MQ is an oral compound that inhibits an enzyme called NNMT. It is a small molecule rather than a peptide, but it is often discussed alongside peptides as a fat-loss compound. It is at the animal research stage.

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A certificate of analysis tells you what is in a vial. The evidence rating above tells you whether the compound has been shown to work in humans. Neither answers the other's question. How to read a certificate of analysis.

This page describes what is known and not known about 5-Amino-1MQ. It is not medical advice and not a recommendation to use it.