5-Amino-1MQ

5-Amino-1MQ – NNMT Inhibitor for Metabolic & NAD⁺ Preservation Research

Overview:
5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule research compound studied for its ability to inhibit nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), an enzyme involved in NAD⁺ depletion and metabolic regulation. It is widely investigated in experimental models focused on energy balance, fat metabolism, and mitochondrial efficiency.

Scientific Background:
NNMT plays a role in methylation demand and NAD⁺ turnover. In research settings, inhibition of NNMT has been associated with increased NAD⁺ availability, AMPK activation, and altered lipid metabolism signaling. 5-Amino-1MQ provides a targeted framework for studying metabolic flexibility and energy-regulation pathways without direct stimulation of central nervous system receptors.

? For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption.