PT-141 (4-Pack)
PT-141 (4-Pack)
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Product Details
- Form: Lyophilized peptide
- Net per vial: 10 mg (filled to approximately 104% of label)
- Purity: ≥99% (HPLC-verified)
- Identity: MS-verified (per COA)
- Storage: 2–8 °C, protect from light
- Formula / M.W.: C50H68N14O10 / 1025.2 Da
- CAS: 189691-06-3
What Makes PT-141 a Unique Compound
PT-141, also known as Bremelanotide, is a synthetic melanocortin receptor peptide developed through research exploring the biological functions of the melanocortin signalling system. Although it originated from the same research lineage as Melanotan 2, PT-141 exhibits a distinct pharmacological profile that has directed scientific interest toward central nervous system signalling rather than pigmentation biology.
Unlike Melanotan 2, which is widely investigated for melanogenesis and skin pigmentation research, PT-141 is primarily studied for its interaction with melanocortin receptors involved in neuroendocrine signalling and central physiological processes. This difference has made PT-141 an important comparative research tool for understanding how activation of individual melanocortin pathways contributes to diverse biological responses.
Published scientific literature has examined PT-141 across studies involving receptor pharmacology, melanocortin signalling, neurobiology, and central nervous system physiology. Researchers frequently use the peptide to investigate receptor-mediated signalling while comparing its biological activity with other members of the melanocortin peptide family.
For Canadian laboratories investigating melanocortin receptor biology and neuroendocrine physiology, PT-141 provides a well-characterized research peptide supported by decades of scientific investigation. Its unique emphasis on central receptor signalling distinguishes it from other melanocortin analogues while making it a valuable component of comparative neuroscience research.
Key Benefits
- Melanocortin Receptor Research — PT-141 is extensively investigated for its interaction with melanocortin receptors and the downstream signalling pathways associated with receptor activation.
- Central Nervous System Research — Scientific literature has explored PT-141 in laboratory models investigating neuroendocrine physiology, central signalling, and receptor-mediated neurological processes.
- Receptor Pharmacology — Researchers frequently use PT-141 to investigate receptor selectivity, melanocortin receptor subtype activity, and comparative pharmacological mechanisms.
- Behavioural Research — PT-141 is commonly investigated in preclinical models examining the relationship between melanocortin receptor activation and behavioural signalling pathways within the central nervous system.
- Comparative Melanocortin Studies — Researchers frequently compare PT-141 with Melanotan 2 to better understand how structurally related peptides produce distinct biological responses through the melanocortin receptor family.
- Neuroendocrine Signalling Research — PT-141 continues to be studied for its role in receptor-mediated neuroendocrine signalling, making it a valuable tool for laboratories investigating central physiological regulation.
Related Research Peptides
Researchers investigating PT-141 often study it alongside other peptides involved in melanocortin signalling, neuroscience, and cellular physiology. Frequently paired compounds include:
- Melanotan 2 (MT-2) — A closely related melanocortin peptide widely investigated for melanogenesis, pigmentation biology, and comparative melanocortin receptor pharmacology.
- GHK-Cu — A copper-binding tripeptide extensively studied for tissue biology, extracellular matrix signalling, and skin-related research, providing complementary insights alongside melanocortin investigations.
- Semax — A synthetic neuropeptide commonly investigated for neurotrophic signalling, BDNF-related pathways, and cognitive neuroscience, making it a complementary compound in central nervous system research.
- Selank — A synthetic peptide frequently studied for neuropeptide signalling and stress-related biological pathways, often included in broader neuroscience research alongside PT-141.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy PT-141 in Canada for laboratory research?
Diamond Peptides supplies research-grade PT-141 exclusively for scientific and laboratory research throughout Canada. Every production batch undergoes High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) purity verification, Mass Spectrometry (MS) identity confirmation, and is supported by batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
How is PT-141 different from Melanotan 2?
Although both peptides belong to the melanocortin family, they are investigated for different biological questions. PT-141 is primarily studied for central melanocortin receptor signalling and neuroendocrine physiology, whereas Melanotan 2 is more commonly researched in models involving melanogenesis, pigmentation biology, and broader melanocortin receptor activity.
Is PT-141 naturally occurring?
No. PT-141 (Bremelanotide) is a synthetic melanocortin peptide developed through medicinal chemistry research based on the melanocortin signalling system. It does not occur naturally within the human body.
How are purity and identity verified?
Every production batch is analyzed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to verify a purity of at least 99%, while Mass Spectrometry (MS) confirms molecular identity. Batch-specific Certificates of Analysis are provided to support laboratory quality assurance and research documentation.
⚠️ For research use only. Not intended for human or veterinary use. Not a drug, food, or supplement.
