PT-141 (Bremelanotide)
PH-PT141-001
Specifications
Description
PT-141 (Bremelanotide) is a high-purity (≥99%) cyclic melanocortin receptor agonist with a molecular weight of 1025.2 Da. The sequence Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-OH activates MC3R and MC4R for neuroendocrine research. Supplied as a lyophilized powder, store at -20°C protected from light. Used in melanocortin pathway and central nervous system studies.
Documentation
Storage and Handling
- ❄️ Store lyophilized peptide at -20°C or below
- 🔒 Protect from light and moisture
- 🌡️ Allow vial to reach room temperature before opening
- 💧 Reconstitute with appropriate sterile solvent
- 📦 Aliquot to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles
Research Overview
PT-141 (Bremelanotide) is a synthetic peptide compound used in laboratory research settings. Researchers studying peptide biology use this compound to investigate cellular signaling pathways, receptor binding affinities, and structure-activity relationships. Each batch is manufactured under controlled conditions and verified through HPLC and mass spectrometry analysis to ensure consistency across experimental replicates.
Documentation & Resources
- Certificate of Analysis for PT-141 (Bremelanotide) — batch-specific purity and identity verification
- Research Blog — protocols, guides, and peptide research literature
- Research Use Policy — handling and compliance guidelines
