Melanocortin System
A group of peptide hormones and receptors (MC1R-MC5R) involved in pigmentation, appetite, sexual function, and inflammation. Melanotan II and PT-141 act on melanocortin receptors.
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- Melanotan II - A synthetic cyclic alpha-MSH analog with potent melanocortin activity. Known for
- PT-141 (Bremelanotide) - A synthetic melanocortin peptide FDA-approved for HSDD in premenopausal women. W
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