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TikTok's illegal tanning drug Melanotan II sparks melanoma and erection risks

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Source: ScienceAlert
TikTok's illegal tanning drug Melanotan II sparks melanoma and erection risks
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TL;DR

Dermatologists warn that melanotan II, a banned injectable/nasal tanning drug sold online and promoted by TikTok influencers, poses serious risks (including priapism), offers no proven sun-protection, can darken or alter moles, and may be linked to melanoma; experts urge regulation and caution amid widespread misinformation.

Topics:healthscience#dermatology#melanoma-risk#melanotan-ii#science#tanning-drug#tiktok
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