Additional information
| Water Retention | Possible in excessive doses |
|---|---|
| Hepatotoxicity | None known |
| Lab Test | Oxytocin plasma levels |
| Strength | 5 mg |
| Also known as | The love hormone, pitocin |
| Blood pressure | Can cause fluctuations, typically a decrease |
| Trade name | Pitocin, Syntocinon |
| Storage conditions | Store at 2-8В°C, protect from light |
| Chemical name | Oxytocin |
| Formula | C43H66N12O12S2 |
| Substance class | Peptide hormone |
| Main action | Induces labor, controls postpartum bleeding, enhances social bonding |
| Half-life | 1-6 minutes |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically, 10 units for intramuscular injection post-delivery or 20-40 units added to IV fluids during labor |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Effects | Facilitates childbirth, promotes lactation, enhances emotional bonding and trust, reduces anxiety |
| Side effects | Water intoxication, nausea, vomiting, uterine rupture, allergic reactions |
| Use in sports | None |
| Manufacturer | Pharmaceutical |
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.