Sexual Health
PT-141 Research Peptide
A melanocortin receptor agonist derived from Melanotan 2, studied for its effects on central nervous system pathways.
Per pack of 10 vials (10mg×10vials)
Research Use Only. This product is intended strictly for in-vitro laboratory research. It is not a drug or supplement, is not FDA-approved, and is not for human or animal consumption. Not for diagnostic or therapeutic use.
1 box contains 10 vials
Research Purposes Only
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PT-141 research information
Research Overview
PT-141, scientifically known as Bremelanotide, is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide and the active metabolite of Melanotan 2. Unlike vasoactive compounds that target peripheral blood flow, PT-141 acts centrally as an agonist of the melanocortin receptors MC3R and MC4R located in the hypothalamus and other CNS regions. This central mechanism makes it a uniquely valuable research tool for neuroscientists studying how melanocortin signaling in the brain modulates arousal, motivation, energy homeostasis and behavioral responses. Research models have explored its effects on female and male sexual response physiology, hemorrhagic shock recovery, and CNS-mediated neuroinflammation. Because PT-141 is structurally derived from α-MSH but lacks significant MC1R activity, it allows investigators to isolate MC3R/MC4R-driven outcomes from pigmentation pathways. Its non-vascular, neurally-mediated mechanism of action has placed PT-141 at the center of modern behavioral and reproductive neuroscience research.
- CAS Number
- 189691-06-3
- Molecular Formula
- C50H68N14O10
- Molar Mass
- 1025.18 g/mol
- Molecular Sequence
- Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-OH
Research Applications
- CNS pathway research
- Melanocortin receptor studies
- Behavioral neuroscience
Available Specifications
| Product Code | Strength | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| P41 | 10mg×10vials | 10 vials / pack | $100.00 |
Quality Control
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