Peptide
Afamelanotide
Afamelanotide is used or studied for increases pigmentation and related sexual wellness, pigmentation and cosmetic use goals. Potential benefits and safety depend on indication, formulation, dose, and medical supervision.
Sexual HealthSkin RejuvenationPigmentation Control
Detail
Overview
Afamelanotide is used or studied for increases pigmentation and related sexual wellness, pigmentation and cosmetic use goals. Potential benefits and safety depend on indication, formulation, dose, and medical supervision.
Benefits list
- Increases pigmentation
Side effects
- Nausea
- headache
Vendor protocol
- None listed
Clinical protocol
- None listed
Evidence
- High
- Used for photoprotection
Regulatory
- Fda Approved
- Prescription required
Research
Mechanisms
Melanocortin Activation
Evidence notes
- High
- Used for photoprotection
Administration
ImplantInjectableIntramuscular
Research links
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PMID29
Contraindications
- None listed
Components
- None listed
Regulatory data
- Fda Approved
- Prescription required
Aliases
- None listed
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