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    Nasal Spray
    Investigational

    PT-141 (Bremelanotide) (Nasal Spray)

    Intranasal (nasal spray)Single dose before activity (phase II study)

    PT-141 (Bremelanotide) was initially studied as a nasal spray but was ultimately approved only as a subcutaneous injection. The nasal form remains investigational.

    Reviewed by the AllPeptides.eu Editorial Team·Last reviewed: 2026-06-16

    Mechanism of Action

    Bremelanotide acts by activating MC3R/MC4R melanocortin receptors in the CNS. The nasal form showed signals of efficacy in a phase II trial, but development was discontinued due to cardiovascular concerns. The approved form (Vyleesi) is administered only subcutaneously.

    Overview

    • Nasal development was stopped due to cardiovascular concerns
    • Approved only as a subcutaneous injection (Vyleesi)
    • Nasal form is investigational/unapproved
    • No self-compounding instructions are provided

    Intranasal Delivery — Research Data

    • PT-141 was initially developed as a nasal spray, but development was discontinued due to increases in blood pressure.
    • It was ultimately approved as a subcutaneous injection (Vyleesi) — NOT as a nasal spray.
    • The nasal form remains investigational and is not commercially available.

    Investigational

    The intranasal form is at an investigational stage. Available data is limited.

    Detailed Protocol Data

    Dosing Table — PT-141 Nasal Spray (Investigational)

    Educational only
    PeriodDoseNotes
    Phase II dose (historical)20 mg intranasally (discontinued development)Historical reference only — not in active development

    Nasal development was discontinued. The approved form (Vyleesi) is administered subcutaneously at a dose of 1.75 mg. Research data only.

    Formulation Notes

    No self-preparation instructions provided

    • There is no approved nasal formulation of PT-141.
    • Self-compounding a nasal spray is not recommended.

    Storage After Opening

    • Not applicable — there is no approved nasal formulation.

    Dosing Protocol

    • The nasal form is no longer in development.
    • The approved form (Vyleesi) is administered subcutaneously.

    Storage Instructions

    • Not applicable — there is no approved nasal formulation.

    Important Notes

    • The nasal form of PT-141 is not approved and is no longer in development.
    • Nasal administration was discontinued due to increases in blood pressure.
    • No self-compounding instructions are provided.
    Clinical Analysis & Safety

    Benefits & Side Effects

    Potential Benefits

    • Efficacy in sexual dysfunction (investigational nasal form data)

    Potential Side Effects

    • Increased blood pressure (reason for discontinuing nasal development)
    • Nausea
    • Headache
    • Flushing

    References

    1. Phase II clinical trial of nasal Bremelanotide — Phase II clinical trial of nasal PT-141 for sexual dysfunction
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    2. Obstetrics & Gynecology (2019) — Bremelanotide Phase 3 Trials — Bremelanotide for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder: two randomized phase 3 trials
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    Intranasal Peptide Delivery: Complete Guide

    Bioavailability, absorption factors, comparison with injectables, and limitations of nasal delivery.

    Research Limitations

    The data on this page is strictly educational. No self-preparation or self-administration instructions are provided.

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    External Sources & Regulatory Status

    Regulatory Approvals

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    FDA
    Approved

    Vyleesi® · HSDD (women) (2019)

    FDA approved (Vyleesi®)

    No official regulatory source available yet — research peptide.

    Educational information. Not medical advice, and no efficacy claim is implied. Regulatory approval is not a use recommendation by AllPeptides.eu.

    Summary:
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    0 PubMed
    0 Clinical Studies
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