Melanotan II
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Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic lactam analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It activates melanocortin receptors to stimulate melanogenesis, reduce appetite, and modulate sexual function, making it a multi-target peptide in research.
Research Profile
Melanotan II was developed at the University of Arizona as a potent, non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist. By activating MC1R, it stimulates melanocyte activity and melanin production, leading to skin pigmentation independent of UV exposure. Through MC4R activation, it influences appetite suppression and sexual arousal pathways. Melanotan II has been extensively studied for its tanning, aphrodisiac, and anorexigenic properties. Its broad receptor profile has also made it a subject of investigation in metabolic research, body composition studies, and neuropeptide signaling.
Technical Details
- Chemical Formula
- C50H69N15O9
- Synonyms
- Melanotan II, MT-II, Melanotan 2
- Molecular Weight
- 1024.18 g/mol
- CAS Number
- 121062-08-6
- PubChem ID
- 92432
- Sequence
- Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH2
- Appearance
- Lyophilized White Powder
- Purity
- >99% (HPLC Verified)
- Shelf Life
- 36 months (Store at -20°C)