RESEARCH PEPTIDE

PT-141 | Peptide Reference Material

Melanocortin Receptor Agonist — Research Peptide
$49.00
PT-141 is a cyclic melanocortin peptide analogue studied in melanocortin-receptor pharmacology; salt form and molecular mass remain under scientific review. Research use only; not for human or veterinary use.
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Scientific Specifications

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CAS Number
1607799-13-2
Purity
≥98%
Molecular Formula
C50H68N14O10
Molecular Weight
1025.16
Appearance
White lyophilized powder
Storage
-20°C
Research Classification
Research Use Only (RUO). Not for human or veterinary use.

SCIENTIFIC OVERVIEW

Scientific background and research classification for this laboratory reference material.

This catalog material is labeled PT-141 / bremelanotide. Supplied records conflict on base versus acetate form and molecular mass; no disputed exact form, formula, mass, or salt value is adopted here. Research use only.

Primary Research Category
Pigmentation & Receptor Biology
Material Type
Lyophilized Peptide
Intended Use
Laboratory Research
Research Categories
Melanocortin Biology Receptor Pharmacology Receptor Binding Mechanism of Action

Mechanism of Action

Molecular interaction profile describing how this research material engages receptor systems and influences downstream biological signaling pathways.

No product-specific receptor pharmacology is assigned until material form and molecular identity are independently resolved. Literature for a defined bremelanotide form is contextual only.

Molecular Targets
  • Melanocortin-4 Receptor (MC4R)
  • Melanocortin-1 Receptor (MC1R)
Primary Organ Systems
  • Central Nervous System

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Research Library

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Clinical TrialObstetrics & Gynecology 2019

Bremelanotide for the Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Two Randomized Phase 3 Trials

Two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase-3 trials (RECONNECT) evaluating bremelanotide in premenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
Velora Research Insight
Primary clinical research context for bremelanotide. Palatin clinical-development sponsor lineage (shared with VSE-PUB-000069). Cited as scientific context only, not a therapeutic representation of this research material.
Review ArticleCNS Spectrums 2022

The neurobiology of bremelanotide for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder in premenopausal women

Review of the melanocortin neurobiology and central mechanism of action of bremelanotide, identifying MC4R activation as the principal central mediator.
Velora Research Insight
Melanocortin/MC4R mechanism-of-action anchor. Palatin sponsor lineage (author Spana; Clayton shared with VSE-PUB-000068) — counted as one lineage, not two.
Review ArticleDrugs 2019

Bremelanotide: First Approval

Independent Adis regulatory/development summary of bremelanotide at first approval, consolidating its pharmacology and clinical-development milestones.
Velora Research Insight
Independent secondary synthesis (Adis/Springer editorial), not sponsor-authored. Consolidates identity and development context.
Systematic ReviewThe Journal of Sex Research 2024

Small Effects, Questionable Outcomes: Bremelanotide for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

Independent critical appraisal of the bremelanotide clinical-trial evidence base, examining effect sizes and outcome interpretation.
Velora Research Insight
Fully independent, skeptical evidence synthesis included deliberately for balance; represents the clinical literature critically rather than promotionally.