OXYTOCIN

Overview

OXYTOCIN is a Schedule H drug.
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

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Topical (Local Application),

Precautions

  • 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

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with OXYTOCIN as Ingredient

BIOTOCIN INJOXYTOCIN
EVATOCIN 51IUXML INJOXYTOCIN 51.0 IU/ML
FOETOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
GENOX 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
GYNOTOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
INDOX 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
ITOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
L TOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
LABTOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
MERITOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
NITOCIN INJOXYTOCIN
OVOTOCIN INJOXYTOCIN
OXINAM INJOXYTOCIN
OXYSTAR 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYTOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU/ML
OXYTOMED 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYTOMED INJOXYTOCIN
OXYTON 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
OXYTON-5 INJOXYTOCIN 5 IU
PITOCIN AMP 5 UNITS/MLOXYTOCIN 5 IU
PITOCIN INJOXYTOCIN 5 IU
PITOSAR INJOXYTOCIN
SOBIT O SYPSUCRALFATE 100 MG/ML, OXYTOCIN 5 IU
SYNTOCINON 5 IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
SYNTOCINON INJOXYTOCIN 5 IU
SYNTOMET 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
WOTOCIN 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU
ZYGON 5IU INJOXYTOCIN 5.0 IU