Oxytocin — Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Oxytocin is an active pharmaceutical ingredient found in 6 FDA-approved drug products. Forms: INJECTABLE, SOLUTION. Routes: INJECTION, NASAL.

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Oxytocin (6 brand names, 2 dosage forms, 2 routes)

Available dosage forms: INJECTABLE, SOLUTION.

Routes of administration: INJECTION, NASAL.

Brand Names

  • OXYTOCIN
  • OXYTOCIN 10 USP UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5%
  • OXYTOCIN 20 USP UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5%
  • OXYTOCIN 5 USP UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5%
  • PITOCIN
  • SYNTOCINON

Indications and Usage

Take 15 minutes before meals

Dosage and Administration

Take 15 minutes before meals Adults and children 12 years and older 20 drops in a little water, 2 times per day Children between 12 years and 6 years of age 10 drops in a little water, 2 times per day Children under 6 years consult a physician

⚠ Caution
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