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Melanotan I (Afamelanotide)

MT-I · MT1 · Afamelanotide · Melanotan 1

Alpha-MSH analog that stimulates melanogenesis; approved (implant) for erythropoietic protoporphyria.

Pharmacokinetic summary

Model tier
Simple (t½ + F, Tmax estimated)
Half-life
0.1 days
Bioavailability
50%
Typical dose
0.25–2 mg