Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the questions researchers ask most often

Everything researchers commonly ask us, organised in one place for easy reference.

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🛡 Are your products independently tested?

Yes. Every batch undergoes independent HPLC verification by Janoshik Analytical, a Czech laboratory specialising in peptide and compound analysis that operates independently from us.

All supplied products are batch tested, with reported purity consistently exceeding 99%.

Where a Janoshik Certificate of Analysis (COA) has been released for the current batch, a printed copy is included with the order. If a report is unavailable, the corresponding verification record is published on our Purity page.

Each COA contains a unique verification code that can be authenticated through Janoshik’s own verification portal, allowing researchers to confirm the results independently.

We also provide guidance on how to interpret Janoshik HPLC reports for complete transparency.

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💧 BAC water + powder reconstitution guide

Follow these four preparation steps:

1. Clean the vial

Use an alcohol prep wipe from the supplied kit to clean the vial tops. Allow the surface to dry before proceeding.

2. Draw BAC water

Using an insulin syringe, withdraw 2 mL of bacteriostatic water through the rubber stopper of the BAC water vial.

3. Add slowly to the vial

Inject the BAC water gradually down the inside wall of the vial. Avoid directing the liquid directly onto the lyophilised powder.

4. Dissolve gently

Carefully swirl the vial until the powder has completely dissolved. Do not shake. Allow around 30 seconds for full dissolution before refrigerating.

The reconstitution card inside the box lid can be used as a quick reference for future preparation.

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💉 Pen instructions: needle fitting, priming and dose dial

Attach a new needle

Clean the pen tip with an alcohol wipe and attach a fresh foil-wrapped needle securely.

Prime the pen

Turn the dial by one click, hold the pen upright and press the dose button. A small droplet appearing at the needle tip confirms successful priming and removal of air.

Select the research setting

Each click provides a fixed increment according to the pen calibration. Typical click resolution is 0.5–1 mg per click, with the display showing the total selected amount.

Example: a 6 mg research setting may require approximately 6–12 clicks depending on calibration.

Research administration route

Published research protocols describe subcutaneous administration using areas such as the abdomen, thigh and upper arm. Researchers generally rotate locations throughout study procedures.

After use

Dispose of the needle using an approved sharps container. Replace the pen cap and return the device to refrigerated storage.

Each pen provides the number of uses specified for the selected format. When empty, replace the cartridge while continuing to use the same pen body.

Research use only. Procedures are based on published research protocols and are not intended as medical guidance or instructions for human use.

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❄ Storage: lyophilised and reconstituted material

Lyophilised vial

• Stable for 24+ months
• Store at 2–8°C
• Keep sealed and protected from light
• Do not freeze

Reconstituted solution

• Store at 2–8°C
• Keep in the original glass vial
• Avoid shaking
• Discard if cloudy or discoloured
• Typical storage period: approximately 30 days

BAC water

Once opened, refrigerate and use within approximately 30 days.

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📍 Administration route described in published research

Published literature involving 5-Amino-1MQ describes research administration methods, including subcutaneous administration routes in pharmacokinetic and clinical research settings.

Researchers typically rotate administration locations, such as the abdomen, thigh and upper arm, during study protocols.

This information is provided only as scientific context from peer-reviewed literature. It does not represent dosing instructions, medical advice or recommendations for human use.

Reference: Neelakantan et al. 2018

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🎯 Which research protocol should I follow?

The appropriate approach is to follow the relevant research protocol.

Published research involving 5-Amino-1MQ commonly uses staged progression, beginning with lower research levels and increasing according to predefined study schedules.

Researchers new to the compound generally review the initial research phase before progressing through subsequent phases according to their study design.

Researchers already familiar with the compound can review the available phase information to determine expected requirements, product format and duration.

For customised research schedules, contact our team before ordering. We can assist with selecting the most suitable format based on your planned study requirements.

Research use only. Information is derived from peer-reviewed scientific literature and provided for research context only. It is not medical or human-use guidance.

Reference: Neelakantan et al. 2018

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Key Information

Category	Details
Compound	5-Amino-1MQ
Research Category	Metabolic Research
Available Sizes	5 mg, 10 mg, 50 mg
Pricing	From £51
Format	Lyophilised powder in sealed vial
Purity	>99% by HPLC verification (Janoshik Analytical)
Intended Use	In-vitro laboratory research only. Not for human consumption

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Chemical & Reference Data

The information below is compiled from public scientific databases and peer-reviewed literature for laboratory research and characterisation purposes.

Property	Information
Compound Class	Small-molecule NNMT inhibitor (5-amino-1-methylquinolinium)
Molecular Formula	C10H11N2+
Molecular Weight	159.21 g/mol (cation)
CAS Registry Number	1979-92-2
PubChem CID	16219527
Mechanism	Selective inhibitor of nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT)
Reported Half-life	Short serum half-life reported in preclinical literature
Solubility	Suitable for laboratory reconstitution using bacteriostatic water or DMSO
Storage (Lyophilised)	2–8°C; stable for 18+ months
Storage (Reconstituted)	2–8°C; follow laboratory storage requirements
Research Status	Preclinical / investigational compound

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Research Profile

• Small-molecule NNMT inhibitor
• Investigated in metabolic pathway research
• Independently purity tested
• Research use only

5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium (5-Amino-1MQ) is a small-molecule compound described in preclinical scientific literature as a selective inhibitor of nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT).

It is supplied as a lyophilised powder intended exclusively for in-vitro laboratory research.

The information above describes scientific characterisation from published literature and does not represent claims regarding effects in humans.

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Laboratory Handling

5-Amino-1MQ is supplied as a freeze-dried powder in a sealed glass vial.

For laboratory preparation, add the required volume of diluent slowly along the inside wall of the vial. Gently swirl until completely dissolved. Avoid shaking or vortex mixing.

Prepared solutions should be stored at 2–8°C and protected from light.

Use the Reconstitution Volume Calculator to determine the final concentration in mg/mL.

State	Temperature	Typical Shelf Life
Lyophilised	2–8°C or -20°C	Up to 24 months
Reconstituted	2–8°C	Approximately 4–6 weeks

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Purity & Verification

Every batch of 5-Amino-1MQ supplied undergoes independent HPLC verification by Janoshik Analytical.

Where a current Janoshik report is available, it is supplied with the order and includes a unique verification key that can be authenticated against Janoshik’s records.

Reported purity consistently exceeds 99%.

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Related Research Compounds

Researchers studying 5-Amino-1MQ commonly investigate related metabolic research compounds, including:

• AOD9604 – Metabolic Research
• AICAR – Metabolic Research

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