Melanotan 1

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Melanotan 1 (Afamelanotide) is a linear 13-amino acid peptide (C78H111N21O19, 1646.85 g/mol) that selectively activates melanocortin-1 receptors, stimulating melanogenesis through increased intracellular cAMP and upregulation of melanogenic enzymes. This research peptide demonstrates greater MC1R selectivity than Melanotan 2, with its linear structure offering unique advantages for studying melanocortin pathways. Laboratory investigations show potential DNA repair enhancement and reduced inflammatory markers in research models. Research applications encompass photoprotection studies, anti-inflammatory mechanisms, neuroprotective investigations, erythropoietic protoporphyria, polymorphous light eruption, vitiligo repigmentation pathways, and solar urticaria protection mechanisms. The compound's selective receptor activation profile makes it particularly valuable for isolating MC1R-specific effects. Melanotan 1 provides researchers with critical insights into melanocortin receptor biology and photoprotective mechanisms. For laboratory research purposes only.