PT-141:
A Research
Overview
PT-141, also known as bremelanotide, is a synthetic cyclic peptide and a metabolite of Melanotan 2, described as an agonist at melanocortin receptors. It is used as a research tool for studying central melanocortin pathways. It holds no marketing authorisation. Supplied for research use only.
What PT-141 is
PT-141, also known as bremelanotide, is a synthetic cyclic peptide described in the literature as an agonist at melanocortin receptors. It is structurally related to — and a metabolite of — Melanotan 2, which is why the two are so often studied together.
It is supplied as a lyophilised powder for laboratory research.
Background
PT-141 arose from the same body of melanocortin research as Melanotan 2. Where much of the interest in the melanocortin system had centred on peripheral receptors, PT-141 is studied as a tool for examining central melanocortin pathways — signalling within the central nervous system.
It is supplied strictly as a laboratory reference material for research use. It holds no marketing authorisation, and no claim is made regarding any effect in humans.
Areas of research interest
Laboratory research involving PT-141 centres on the melanocortin system:
- Central melanocortin pathway research — melanocortin signalling in the central nervous system, studied in model systems.
- Receptor agonist characterisation — how the compound engages melanocortin receptors.
- Comparative analogue studies — work contrasting PT-141 with Melanotan 2 and other melanocortin ligands.
These are areas of receptor research, not effects established in humans.
Research context
PT-141 and Melanotan 2 are the two melanocortin compounds in our range and are frequently examined side by side. The product listing gives the specification and batch certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
PT-141 (bremelanotide) is a synthetic cyclic peptide described as an agonist at melanocortin receptors. It is structurally related to, and a metabolite of, Melanotan 2. It is supplied as a lyophilised powder for laboratory research use only.
PT-141 is both structurally related to Melanotan 2 and a metabolite of it. The two arose from the same melanocortin research and are frequently studied together.
PT-141 is supplied strictly as a laboratory reference material for research use only. It holds no marketing authorisation, and no claim is made regarding any effect in humans.