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PT-141

A melanocortin receptor agonist approved as Vyleesi for hypoactive sexual desire in women.

PT-141 illustration
Reading ingredients on a skincare label

Spotted this on a label?

PT-141

That’s the INCI name—the official way it appears on the back of your serum or cream. Same ingredient, different marketing names.

Structure (cute edition)

Simplified amino acid chain for PT-141
2D chemical structure from PubChem ✨ real molecule sketch

This peptide is a short chain of about 4 amino acids—think of it as a tiny protein necklace on your label.

INCI: PT-141 · ~4 amino acids in our simplified view

What brands say it does

PT-141 (bremelanotide) works centrally on melanocortin-4 receptors—not by blood flow like PDE5 drugs. FDA-approved as a nasal spray (Vyleesi). Research-grade PT-141 sold online is not the same as the prescription product.

Where you’ll find it

Prescription Vyleesi; research vendors sell unapproved versions.

Other names you might see

Bremelanotide Vyleesi Melanotan II derivative

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