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aka Scenesse · Melanotan I · Afamelanotide · EPT1647
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Afamelanotide is a synthetic alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH) analog approved by the FDA for erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP). It stimulates melanin production, providing photoprotection for patients with EPP. It is administered as a controlled-release subcutaneous implant.
PubMed results: 3 · Human studies: 3 · Animal studies: 3
Ranges reflect protocols studied in published research and animal-model extrapolation. Presented for research purposes only, not a recommendation or instruction for human use.
2-3 days (release from implant) (high confidence)