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Melanotan II vs 5-Amino-1MQ

Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.

Sexual Health & Libido
Melanotan II
Fat Loss & Metabolic
5-Amino-1MQ
Summary
Melanotan II is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) that stimulates melanin production (skin tanning), suppresses appetite, and enhances sexual function. It is not FDA-approved and has significant safety concerns including mole changes and cardiovascular effects.
5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule NNMT (Nicotinamide N-methyltransferase) inhibitor that raises intracellular NAD+ levels and promotes fat burning. It is notable for targeting adipose tissue directly, reducing fat cell size and number while increasing metabolic rate.
Half-Life
1–2 hours
Estimated 4–8 hours
Admin Route
SubQ
Oral
Research
Typical Dose
0.25–0.5 mg
50–100 mg
Frequency
Once daily
Once to twice daily
Key Benefits
  • Promotes skin tanning and melanin production
  • Reduces UV exposure needed to tan
  • Enhances libido and sexual function
  • May suppress appetite
  • Faster, deeper tan development
  • Longer-lasting tan maintenance
  • Potential photoprotective effects
  • Raises intracellular NAD+ levels
  • Directly targets adipose tissue for fat reduction
  • Reduces fat cell size and differentiation
  • Increases basal metabolic rate
  • SIRT1 activation for metabolic regulation
  • No stimulant cardiovascular side effects
  • Synergistic with intermittent fasting and caloric restriction
  • May have anti-aging metabolic benefits
Side Effects
  • Nausea (very common, especially in first days)
  • Facial flushing
  • Spontaneous erections in men
  • Darkening or changes in existing moles (monitor closely)
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  • Generally well-tolerated in available studies
  • Mild GI discomfort (rare)
  • Limited long-term human data
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