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Melanotan I

Afamelanotide

More selective MC1R agonist. Some FDA approval for specific applications.

Pigmentation researchPhotoprotection research

For research use only · Not for human consumption

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The research base

Research Maturity
★★★★
4/5 — Volume of studies
Evidence Strength
★★★★
4/5 — Quality of evidence

FDA approved for erythropoietic protoporphyria research.

/ mechanism of action

How it works

Selective MC1R agonist.

/ research dosing

Common research protocols

Range
0.16 mg/kg per dose (afamelanotide = MT-I)
Frequency
Implant every 60 days (clinical) or research dosing varies
Route
Subcutaneous implant (FDA-approved form)
Cycle
Clinical: implant every 2 months
Research notes

FDA-approved as Scenesse (afamelanotide) for erythropoietic protoporphyria. Slower onset, longer duration than MT-II. Less side effect profile than MT-II.

References
FDA Scenesse labelPMID: 26154787
FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Doses listed are compiled from published research literature, FDA-approved drug labels, and well-documented research community practice. Not medical advice.
/ standalone use

As a solo compound

FDA-approved standalone use.

/ side effects

What to know

Generally well-tolerated.

/ timeline

Realistic expectations

2-4 weeks

FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Melanotan I is intended for laboratory research and not for human consumption.