Oxytocin is a cyclic polypeptide with all the amino acids except glycine being in the L-form. It may be prepared by a process of fractionation from the glands of oxen or other mammals.

Used for induced labor and induced spawning.

Composition:Each ampoule (1ml) Oxytocin injection CP contains Oxytocin 10 I.U.

Indications, Oxytocin injection is used for:
-induction and maintenance of labour
-control of post partum haemorrhage.
-uterine hypo-tonicity in the 3rd stage of labour.
-promotion of lactation in cases of faulty milk ejection.
-It is also of use in missed abortions.

Adverse effects:
High doses of Oxytocin may cause violent uterine contractions leading to uterine rupture and extensive laceration of the soft tissues; fetal distress, asphyxia and perhaps fetal or maternal death. Water retention and intoxication with convulsions, coma and even death, may occur following Oxytocin administration especially when given intravenously in large doses or over prolonged periods. Anaphylactoid and other allergic reaction, pelvic haematomas and nausea and vomiting may occur.