Peptide therapy Hormones and sexual health

Melanotan II

What it is and what people take it for, in plain language.

Updated October 2026Further reading

What is Melanotan II?

A synthetic analog of alpha-MSH, the hormone that signals skin pigment cells.

What do people take Melanotan II for?

Tanning without sun, libido.

Should I talk to a physician about Melanotan II?

If you are considering it, or already using it, a physician can look at your history, your labs and your goals, and at what else might explain what you are hoping to change. At Aether Medicine in King of Prussia, near Philadelphia, or by video for patients in Pennsylvania.

Or call 484-806-1101

Further reading

  1. Habbema L, et al. Risks of unregulated use of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone analogues: a review. Int J Dermatol. 2017. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28266027/
  2. Cardones AR, Grichnik JM. alpha-Melanocyte-stimulating hormone-induced eruptive nevi. Arch Dermatol. 2009. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19380666/
  3. Wessells H, et al. Synthetic melanotropic peptide initiates erections in men with psychogenic erectile dysfunction: double-blind, placebo controlled crossover study. J Urol. 1998. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9679884/

Educational information only, not medical advice. Reading this page does not create a physician-patient relationship.

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