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Atlas Labs Melanotan I (Afamelanotide) research peptide vial
Cosmetic

Melanotan I

Afamelanotide

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Stable, longer-lasting tan.

A linear analog of α-MSH that stimulates melanin production. Slower onset and steadier pigmentation profile than Melanotan II, with fewer off-target receptor effects.

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Researched Benefits

  • Even pigmentation
  • UV protection signaling
  • Lower side-effect profile
  • Photoprotection research
Typical Research Protocol

Typical: 0.5–1 mg daily during loading, then weekly maintenance.

Half-life

~30 minutes (effects persist)

For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnosis, or treatment.

Dosing Reference

Typical Dose
0.5–1 mg (loading); 0.5 mg (maintenance)
Frequency
Daily (loading), weekly (maintenance)
Route
Subcutaneous
Cycle Length
10–14 days loading + weekly maintenance
Reconstitution:
Add 2 mL bacteriostatic water to a 10 mg vial → 5 mg/mL. Draw 20 units for 1 mg.
Storage:
Lyophilized: refrigerate. Reconstituted: refrigerate, protect from light, use within 30 days.

Side Effects & Cautions

Reported in research
  • Nausea (rare, milder than MT-II)
  • Facial flushing
  • Darkening of existing moles
  • Increased appetite
Contraindications
  • History of melanoma or atypical moles
  • Active dermatologic disease
  • Pregnancy/lactation: not studied

Reconstitution Calculator

Convert vial size + BAC water into draw units.

Research tool
Concentration5000 mcg / ml
Per insulin unit50.00 mcg / unit
Volume per dose0.050 ml
Draw to5.0 units

For laboratory reference only. Verify all calculations independently. Atlas Labs products are sold for research use, not human consumption.

Lab-verified quality

Every lot ships with a downloadable Certificate of Analysis.

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  • HPLC purity & identity by Janoshik Analytical
  • Mass-spectrometry confirmation of sequence
  • LAL endotoxin testing per lot
  • Cold-chain shipping with thermal protection

Research Citations

Peer-reviewed studies referenced in our product summary.

Frequently Stacked With

Researchers often combine Melanotan I with these peptides.

Frequently Asked Questions

MT-I is slower, steadier, and has fewer off-target effects. MT-II tans faster but has stronger side effects on libido and appetite.

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