Oxytocin
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone [EPC], Oxytocic [EPC], Thyroid Stimulating Hormone [EPC]
What it is used for
Postpartum uterine haemorrhage; medical induction of labour; augmentation of labour; hypotonic uterine inertia; diagnosis of utero-placental insufficiency [oxytocin challenge test]; treatment of lactation deficiency [mostly intranasally]; diagnosis of foetal distress
Warnings
WARNINGS Stop use and ask doctor if symptoms persist more than 5 days. If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Contains ethyl alcohol 30%
Possible side effects
Fibrinogenaemia; pelvic haematoma; postpartum haemorrhage: allergic reactions; cardiac arrhythmias; hypotension followed by hypertension; uterine rupture; water intoxication; nausea; vomiting.
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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