What is PT-141?
A cyclic melanocortin-receptor agonist peptide studied for central melanocortin signaling distinct from peripheral vascular pathways.
Research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

PT-141
Reference profile — not currently in the Vybe catalog
Overview
PT-141 is the research designation for bremelanotide, a metabolite-related analog of melanotan II. Receptor papers map activity at MC3R and MC4R. A licensed presentation exists for a specific medical indication; that label is not a use guide for research vials. Vybe lists the peptide as a laboratory reagent only.
Research areas
Framed as published laboratory and clinical literature. Not treatment guidance.
Melanocortin receptor pharmacology
In-vitro work characterizes potency and selectivity at MC3 and MC4 receptors and downstream cAMP responses.
Published research
Bremelanotide for the Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Two Randomized Phase 3 Trials
Obstetrics & Gynecology · 2019
PMID 31503158 · PMCID PMC6812682 · DOI 10.1097/AOG.0000000000003500
Open source
Storage & handling
Keep lyophilized material sealed, desiccated, and protected from light as stated on the lot certificate. This is laboratory storage guidance only — not a reconstitution or administration protocol.
Frequently asked questions
What is PT-141 (bremelanotide)?
PT-141 (bremelanotide) is documented in the laboratory literature summarized on this page. Vybe lists it as a research reagent only.
What is its CAS number?
189691-06-3
Is this sold for human use?
No. Laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Where can I view published research?
The PubMed, PMC, and DOI links on this page open the original papers. Vybe is not the scientific publisher.
Key facts
- Full name
- Bremelanotide (PT-141)
- Common name
- PT-141
- CAS number
- 189691-06-3
- Molecular formula
- C50H68N14O10
- Molecular weight
- 1025.18
- Research category
- Cognitive
- Storage
- Keep lyophilized material sealed, desiccated, and protected from light as stated on the lot certificate. This is laboratory storage guidance only — not a reconstitution or administration protocol.
