ITOCIN 5IU INJ

Overview

ITOCIN 5IU INJ is a Schedule H drug.

ITOCIN 5IU INJ is composed of: OXYTOCIN (5.0 IU)

Oxytocin is a natural hormone that causes the uterus to contract.Oxytocin is used to induce labor or strengthen labor contractions during childbirth, and to control bleeding after childbirth. Oxytocin is also used to stimulate uterine contractions in a woman with an incomplete or threatened miscarriage.It is also used to help abort the fetus in cases of incomplete abortion.It may be used for breast engorgement. 

Usage

OXYTOCIN is generally used to treat: Breast Engorgement, Postpartum Hemorrage

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for ITOCIN 5IU INJ and its Constituents


  • You should not receive oxytocin if you have ever had an allergic reaction to oxytocin.
  • Oxytocin is injected into a vein through an IV.
  • You will receive this injection in a hospital setting.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.Stop the drug immediately if the uterus contracts excessively or the fetus is in distress.
  • Intra muscular administration is not regularly used due to unpredictable effects of this medication.
  • Do not use it for prolonged periods in resistant uterine inertia, severe pre-eclampsia (hypertension), or severe CV disorders, hyper hydration.
  • Monitor neonates and mother’s heart rate, maternal BP and uterine motility, fluid intake and output during treatment.

Symptoms of Overdosage

OXYTOCIN over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Restless Or Irritability, Slurred Speech

Common Side-Effects

OXYTOCIN : Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Memory Problems, Runny Nose, Restless Or Irritability, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Serious Side-Effects

OXYTOCIN : Neonatal Jaundice, Seizure, Blood Pressure, Low, Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Slow Heart Rate (pulse)

Rare Side-Effects

OXYTOCIN : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache, Pelvis Pain, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Weight Gain, Vagina Bleeding

Technical Classification

OXYTOCIN is categorized as: UTEROTONIC AGENTS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ITOCIN 5IU INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FOETOCIN 5IU INJINR 18.8 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
GENOX 5IU INJINR 17 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
GYNOTOCIN 5IU INJINR 20.05 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
INDOX 5IU INJINR 3.68 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
ITOCIN 5IU INJINR 3.25 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
L TOCIN 5IU INJINR 18.12 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
LABTOCIN 5IU INJINR 3.57 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
MERITOCIN 5IU INJINR 18.12 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYSTAR 5IU INJINR 18.8 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYTOMED 5IU INJINR 18.29 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYTON 5IU INJINR 18.26 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYTON-5 INJINR 18.3 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5 IU
PITOCIN AMP 5 UNITS/MLINR 25.76 for 1 M; INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5 IU
PITOCIN INJINR 22.1 for 0.5ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5 IU
SYNTOCINON 5 IU INJINR 1368 for 75 AMPULESOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
SYNTOCINON INJINR 18.06 for 1 ML AMPULESOXYTOCIN 5 IU
SYNTOMET 5IU INJINR 63.36 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
WOTOCIN 5IU INJINR 3.56 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
ZYGON 5IU INJINR 3.72 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BIOTOCIN INJINR 3.12 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN
EVATOCIN 51IUXML INJINR 18.5 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 51.0 IU/ML
NITOCIN INJINR 15.82 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN
OVOTOCIN INJINR 4.37 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN
OXINAM INJINR 22 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN
OXYTOCINOXYTOCIN
OXYTOCIN 5IU INJINR 9.48 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU/ML
OXYTOMED INJINR 17.04 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN
PITOSAR INJINR 14.18 for 1 ML INJECTIONOXYTOCIN
SOBIT O SYPSUCRALFATE 100 MG/ML, OXYTOCIN 5 IU