Bremelanotide

CAS: 189691-06-3

Ref. 3D-FB159119

Informação sobre produto

• Nome: Bremelanotide
• Sinónimos: N-Acetyl-L-norleucyl-L-alpha-aspartyl-L-histidyl-D-phenylalanyl-L-arginyl-L-tryptophyl-L-lysine (2-7)-lactamPT141
• Marca: Biosynth

Descrição

Bremelanotide is a synthetic cyclic peptide, classified as a melanocortin receptor agonist. It is derived from the analogs of the alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), with its origins in melanocortin system research. This product acts primarily through the activation of melanocortin 4 receptor (MC4R) pathways in the central nervous system.Bremelanotide exerts its physiological effects by stimulating these receptors, leading to increased neural signals related to sexual arousal and desire. The melanocortin receptors, especially MC4R, play a significant role in modulating various neural networks involved in sexual function.This compound is utilized primarily for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women. By enhancing sexual desire and arousal, Bremelanotide provides a therapeutic option for individuals experiencing clinically significant distress related to low sexual desire. Its application in clinical settings highlights the potential of melanocortin pathways as therapeutic targets beyond their established roles in pigmentary and energy balance modulation.

Propriedades químicas

• Peso molecular: 1,025.16 g/mol
• Fórmula: C₅₀H₆₈N₁₄O₁₀
• Pureza: Min. 95%
• Cor/forma: White Powder