Product Overview
Compound: Melanotan‑1 (Afamelanotide), synthetic α‑MSH analogue.
Form: Ha spray, 10 mg per vial; USA-made, ≥99% purity :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
For research use only—NOT for human or veterinary use.
Batch-tested via HPLC/MS; purity ≥99%. COA available upon request — email providers@theratideusa.com.
- Sunlight pigmentation: In Phase I trials, MT‑1 combined with UV‑B increased tanning by ~75%, reduced sunburn cells by ~47%, and extended tan duration by 3 weeks :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
- Photoprotection: MT‑1 protects against UV-induced skin damage and may help prevent actinic keratosis and SCC :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
- Vitiligo repigmentation: Early data show MT‑1 plus UV‑B promotes melanocyte proliferation and repigmentation in vitiligo :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
- Blood pressure modulation: In hypertensive mice, MT‑1 improved blood pressure without hypotension :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
- Neuroprotective & anti-inflammatory: In AD and stroke models, MT‑1 reduced amyloid beta, supported BDNF, and enhanced recovery in gerbils :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
Evidence includes preclinical and early clinical data; not FDA-approved for tanning or therapeutic use in humans.
What is Melanotan‑1 used for?
A research peptide studied for skin pigmentation, UV protection, repigmentation in vitiligo, blood pressure modulation, and neuroprotection.
How is it administered?
Supplied as an HA spray; reconstitute and administer intranasally in a lab setting.
Side effects?
Minor—commonly nausea and facial flushing in trials :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
Legal status?
Afamelanotide is FDA‑approved (Scenesse) only for erythropoietic protoporphyria via SC implant; other uses are investigational or unapproved :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.
For research use only — not intended for human or veterinary use, nor as a dietary supplement.
Safety: Handle with appropriate lab protocols, PPE, and store at ≤–20 °C.
Regulatory Notice: These statements haven't been evaluated by the FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
