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PT-141: a melanocortin agonist for the treatment of sexual dysfunction

This observational study investigated PT-141, a melanocortin receptor agonist, and its potential role in treating sexual dysfunction. PT-141, acting primarily through melanocortin receptors MC3R and MC4R in the central nervous system, induced rapid and dose-dependent erectile responses in animal models and human subjects, including healthy men and those with erectile

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Melanocortin receptors, melanotropic peptides and penile erection

This review explores the role of melanocortin receptors in regulating erectile function and sexual motivation. Melanocortins, such as ACTH and α-MSH, interact with melanocortin receptors, particularly MC3R and MC4R, to influence erectile activity. Both natural and synthetic melanocortin agonists, including PT-141, have shown proerectile effects in animal models and humans.

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