Oxytocin Injection

Oxytocin Injection is a peptide hormone which is indicated for mothers in order to reduce bleeding after childbirth. It is also known to have ability to help in bonding with baby and assist in milk production. Active compound present in this injection is said to have chemical formula C43H66N12O12S2 with molar mass of 1007.19 g/mol. It shows about 30% of protein binding ability with metabolism in liver and elimination half life of only 1-6 minutes via intravenous route. Oxytocin Injection is also said to be used in combination with other medicines for ending pregnancy.
Oxytocin Injection
Oxytocin injection is used to begin or improve contractions during labor. Oxytocin is in a class of medications called oxytocic hormones. It works by stimulating uterine contractions.
This drug is used in the following conditions: