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Melanotan-2

Meaning

Melanotan-2 is a synthetic, injectable peptide analog of the naturally occurring alpha-Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone (α-MSH). Its primary clinical relevance is its potent melanogenesis-stimulating effect, which promotes skin tanning by binding to specific melanocortin receptors. Beyond its primary effect on pigmentation, the peptide also exhibits modulatory effects on appetite and sexual function, which are mediated through various melanocortin receptor subtypes found in the central nervous system.