Tag: MC1R
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2 articles
Skin & Aesthetics
Melanotan I (Afamelanotide): The Linear Alpha-MSH Analog and Melanocortin-1 Receptor Research
A detailed examination of Melanotan I (afamelanotide), the linear alpha-MSH analog that acts as a selective MC1R agonist, its FDA-approved use for erythropoietic protoporphyria, and its broader photoprotection research.
2026-02-06·15 min read
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Skin & Aesthetics
Melanotan II: The Cyclic Melanocortin Peptide and Its Broad Receptor Activity
An in-depth examination of Melanotan II, the cyclic alpha-MSH analog that activates multiple melanocortin receptors (MC1R-MC5R), producing effects on pigmentation, sexual function, and appetite, along with significant safety considerations.
2026-01-31·15 min read
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