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Melanotan II

Body Composition

Skin tanning and libido enhancement.

WADA Status
Not Listed
Standard Dose
0.25mg - 1mg
Frequency
Daily (tanning loading), as needed (sexual)
Half-Life
~1 hour

Athletic Mechanism of Action

Non-selective melanocortin agonist (MC1R-MC5R) that stimulates melanogenesis, suppresses appetite, and activates sexual arousal pathways.

For athletes, the primary value of Melanotan II lies in its ability to skin tanning and libido enhancement.. This mechanism is particularly relevant during high-volume training phases when tissue repair demand exceeds the body's natural recovery capacity.

Recovery Timeline

Variable — onset typically within 2–8 weeks depending on protocol and individual response.

Individual response varies based on injury severity, training load, and baseline health markers.

WADA Compliance Status

Not Listed Compounded

Nausea, facial flushing common. Mole darkening — monitor for changes. Not for use in personal with melanoma history.

Always verify current WADA status with your sport's governing body before use in competition.

Research Evidence

Primary Study

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9501525/

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