British Journal of Dermatology
Melanotropic peptides: more than just 'Barbie drugs' and 'sun-tan jabs'?
Langan EA, Nie Z, Rhodes LE
2010 · DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2010.09891.x · PMID: 20545686
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Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). Published research has characterised its broad-spectrum agonism at melanocortin receptors (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, MC5R) and its interaction with eumelanin-synthesis and central melanocortin pathways. For laboratory and research use only.
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Summary of contexts in which this compound appears in the preclinical literature. See cited studies for primary sources.
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). Published research has characterised its broad-spectrum agonism at melanocortin receptors (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, MC5R) and its interaction with eumelanin-synthesis and central melanocortin pathways. For laboratory and research use only.
Technical specifications
Compound Information
Cyclic α-MSH analogue (heptapeptide)
Storage & Stability
Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C • long-term stable in sealed lyophilized form
Reconstituted
2-8°C • use within 30 days of reconstitution
Light
Protect from light during storage and reconstitution
Room temperature
Short-term tolerant during shipping; minimise extended exposure above 25°C
Sources & references
British Journal of Dermatology
Melanotropic peptides: more than just 'Barbie drugs' and 'sun-tan jabs'?
Langan EA, Nie Z, Rhodes LE
2010 · DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2010.09891.x · PMID: 20545686
View Source ↗International Journal of Dermatology
Risks of unregulated use of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone analogues
Habbema L, Halk AB, Neumann M, et al.
2017 · DOI: 10.1111/ijd.13585 · PMID: 28266027
View Source ↗Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences
New insights into the functions of alpha-MSH and related peptides in the immune system
Luger TA, Scholzen TE, Brzoska T, et al.
2003 · DOI: 10.1111/j.1749-6632.2003.tb03172.x · PMID: 12851308
View Source ↗3 peer-reviewed references listed. Citations verified against NCBI PubMed records. For research and educational reference only — does not constitute medical advice.
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On receipt, store at −20°C in the sealed vial until reconstitution. See the handling matrix for full storage parameters. Tracked shipping is included; we ship to all US states and most international destinations.
Most peptides are reconstituted with bacteriostatic water (BAC). The volume depends on the target working concentration. Use our Peptide Calculator to compute volume, U-100 insulin syringe units, and doses per vial from peptide mass and target dose.
Once reconstituted, store at 2–8°C and use within 30 days. Protect the vial from light during storage and handling.
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