Melanotan II
10mg
Coming Soon
- SKU
- MT2-10
- Purity
- ≥99%
- Form
- Lyophilized powder
- Storage
- Refrigerated after reconstitution
- Sequence
- Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH2 (Cyclic heptapeptide)
This product is sold strictly for in vitro research, laboratory use, and scientific investigation only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Series
Melanotan II — 10 mg
Melanotan II is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It was originally developed at the University of Arizona and has been studied for its effects on melanocortin receptor activation.
Published Research
- Research at the University of Arizona documented that Melanotan II activates melanocortin receptors MC1R through MC5R, with particular affinity for MC1R (involved in melanogenesis) and MC4R.
- Studies published in peptide research journals have documented dose-dependent increases in melanin production in human subjects following subcutaneous administration.
- Research has examined the pharmacokinetics and receptor binding profiles of Melanotan II compared to endogenous melanocyte-stimulating hormones.
- Studies have documented various physiological responses associated with melanocortin receptor activation.
Mechanism of Action
Melanotan II activates melanocortin receptors, particularly MC1R (melanogenesis), MC3R, and MC4R. Research suggests these pathways are involved in pigmentation, appetite regulation, and sexual function.
Key Citations
- Hadley ME, Dorr RT. Melanocortin peptide therapeutics: historical milestones, clinical studies and commercialization. Peptides. 2006;27(4):921-930
- Wessells H, et al. Melanocortin receptor agonists, penile erection, and sexual motivation. Int J Impot Res. 2000;12(Suppl 4):S74-S79
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Melanotan II
10mg
Coming Soon
- SKU
- MT2-10
- Purity
- ≥99%
- Form
- Lyophilized powder
- Storage
- Refrigerated after reconstitution
- Sequence
- Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH2 (Cyclic heptapeptide)
This product is sold strictly for in vitro research, laboratory use, and scientific investigation only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.