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Melanotan II

Animal / preclinical

Also known as: MT-2, MT-II

CosmeticSkin tanning (claimed)Libido (claimed)

Community-reported ranges are anecdotal and not clinically validated. Evidence grade shown reflects the strength of available human data. Not a prescription. Legal status varies by country and changes over time; verify locally.

Overview

A melanocortin-receptor agonist used for tanning. Carries notable safety concerns and tightening legal status; strongly cautioned.

Mechanism

Non-selective melanocortin-receptor agonist increasing melanogenesis.

Evidence

Animal / preclinicalWhat does this mean?

Poorly characterised safety; associated with adverse events. Not recommended.

Community-reported information

Not shown. Safety concerns and tightening regulation make community ranges inappropriate to present.

General information only, not tailored to you and not a recommendation. Some regions withhold this entirely.

Half-life

Not well characterised.

Storage

Refrigerate.

Commonly reported side effects

  • Nausea
  • Flushing
  • Darkening of moles
  • Blood-pressure changes

Legal status by region

  • USNot FDA-approved; sale for human use unlawful.
  • GBNot licensed; MHRA has warned against use.
  • AUSchedule 9 (prohibited substance) since Feb 2026.

Legal status changes over time; verify locally before relying on this.

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