Description
As a non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist with activity at MC1R, MC3R, and MC4R, Melanotan II is used in research to study melanogenesis pathways via MC1R activation in melanocyte models, as well as central appetite and energy homeostasis signaling via MC3R/MC4R. Its broader receptor profile relative to more selective compounds like PT-141 makes it a useful tool for comparative melanocortin receptor selectivity studies.
Research Applications
- Melanocortin receptor (MC1R/MC3R/MC4R) pharmacology
- Melanogenesis pathway research in melanocyte models
- Central appetite signaling studies
- Comparative receptor selectivity research
- Cyclic peptide structure-activity studies
Disclaimer For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption, clinical use, veterinary use, diagnosis, or therapeutic application.





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