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ACP-105

Also known as SARM

Educational research summary, not medical advice. Many compounds here are not approved for human use. Talk to a licensed clinician before making any health decision.

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What is ACP-105?

An early-generation non-peptide SARM from Acadia Pharmaceuticals.

How it works

Partial androgen-receptor agonist with claimed muscle/bone selectivity.

Published research

  • Preclinical data only; development discontinued

Cautions

Unapproved, WADA-banned, no human safety data.

Side effects & fixes

Common side effects

  • —Human side-effect data is limited or absent for this compound
  • —Injection-site redness, itching or soreness is the most commonly reported effect for injected research peptides

Histamine reactions

Possible at the injection site, as with most injected peptides.

Common fixes

  • Rotate injection sites (abdomen, thighs, upper arms) and stay at least an inch from the last spot.
  • Let the alcohol swab dry fully, let the solution reach room temperature, and inject slowly with a fresh needle.
  • A cold compress for 5–10 minutes eases a red or itchy welt; it should fade within a day.
  • For mild itching, redness or flushing, a non-drowsy over-the-counter antihistamine (such as cetirizine or loratadine) is commonly used — check with a pharmacist first, especially if you take other medicines.
  • Start low, change one thing at a time, and keep a log of how you feel.

Stop and get help

  • Any unexpected or severe symptom — stop and contact a doctor.
  • Stop and get emergency help for swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble breathing, widespread hives, chest pain or fainting.

Basis: Limited data; general experience with injected peptides. Educational only, not medical advice.

Medication concerns

Theoretical: no human interaction studies
  • Alcohol, high-dose acetaminophen and other liver-stressing medicines

    Liver injury has been reported with SARM use; these add to the strain.

  • Testosterone, estrogen blockers and thyroid medicine

    SARMs suppress natural hormone production and can change lab values.

  • Cholesterol medicines

    SARMs commonly lower HDL; lipid labs may be affected.

  • Everything else you take, including supplements

    Bring a full list of medicines and supplements to your pharmacist or clinician before starting.

Basis: Unapproved compounds; FDA has warned about liver injury and hormone effects. No interaction studies. Educational only, not medical advice. Never stop or change a prescribed medicine without your prescriber.

Protocols & tracking are members-only

Members see the research protocols for ACP-105, plan schedules, track every dose and vial, and ask the AI Advisor questions with cited sources. Try every Researcher feature free for 7 days, no card needed.

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