Peptide
Melanotan II
MT-2, MT-II
Research ChemicalEarly Human TrialsInjection (SubQ)
Half-life
~1 hour
Common dose
0.5-1mg per injection
How it works
Synthetic analog of alpha-MSH (melanocyte-stimulating hormone). Activates melanocortin receptors to stimulate melanin production, sexual arousal, and appetite suppression.
Commonly used for
TanningLibidoFat lossSexual function
Potential benefits
- Dramatic tanning without sun exposure
- Strong libido and erectile function enhancement
- Appetite suppression useful for fat loss
- Effects can last weeks after stopping
- Fast-acting — noticeable within days
Risks and downsides
- Nausea and facial flushing very common
- Spontaneous erections in men
- May darken existing moles — potential melanoma concern
- Not FDA approved and no clinical safety data
- Highly dose-sensitive — easy to overshoot
Heads up: This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Many compounds here are not FDA approved for human use. Please talk to a doctor before starting anything.
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