HPRA Reminds Public of the Serious Health Risks of Using 'Melanotan 2' Self Tan Products Kano Communications Melanotan is trending again. As a dermatologist, I strongly need to tell you It's an unapproved injectable peptide, and we're seeing: nausea and flushing darkening of existing moles Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration is urging consumers to not use tanning products containing a synthetic peptide called 'Melanotan'. The drug can cause serious side affects, such a kidney failure, chest pains, acne, Medical & Clinical Research