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MelanocortinResearch peptide
Melanotan II
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic analog of alpha-MSH that non-selectively activates melanocortin receptors (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, MC5R). It has been studied for effects on melanogenesis and sexual response signaling.
Also known as: MT-II, MT2
Technical information
Molecular weight
1024.18 g/mol
Half-life
~1 hour (subcutaneous)
Sequence
Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH2
Common research doses
250-1000 mcg/day (research protocols)
Research areas
Melanocortin agonismPigmentation researchSexual responseAppetite research
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