Description
Melanotan II is a synthetic analogue of the α-melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It is a cyclic lactam analog that acts on melanocortin receptors, primarily MC1R, MC3R, MC4R and MC5R.
Research applications include studies on:
– Melanogenesis and skin pigmentation
– Melanocortin receptor systems
– Appetite regulation pathways
– Lipid metabolism
– Photoprotection mechanisms
Molecular Formula: C50H69N15O9
Molecular Weight: 1024.2 g/mol
Sequence: Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH2
