Drug reference
bremelanotide
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Drug class
Genitourinary (Miscellaneous(Genitourinary))
Mechanism of action
Melanocortin receptor (MCR) agonist nonselectively activates several receptor subtypes with the following order of potency: MC1R, MC4R, MC3R, MC5R, MC2R, At therapeutic dose levels, binding 9 of 17 to MC1R and MC4R is most relevant, Neurons expressing MC4R are present in many areas of the central nervous system.
Common side effects
- Injection site reactions
- Headache
- Nausea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is bremelanotide?
bremelanotide belongs to: Genitourinary.
How does bremelanotide work?
Melanocortin receptor (MCR) agonist nonselectively activates several receptor subtypes with the following order of potency: MC1R, MC4R, MC3R, MC5R, MC2R, At therapeutic dose levels, binding 9 of 17 to MC1R and MC4R is most relevant, Neurons expressing MC4R are present in many areas of the central nervous system.
What are the common side effects of bremelanotide?
Injection site reactions, Headache, Nausea
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