Linear alpha-MSH analogue
Melanotan I(Afamelanotide)
Target: Melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R)
A linear synthetic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone with two substitutions that increase potency and stability at the MC1R receptor.
Studied in melanocyte and pigmentation research. The same molecule (afamelanotide) is an approved prescription medicine in some jurisdictions.

