Pitocin5IU/ml
Rx- Generic:
- Oxytocin
- Company:
- Chemist Laboratories Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- Injection
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At a glance
Oxytocin is a hormone and medication used for induction of labor, stimulation of uterine contractions, prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage and stimulation of lactation.
Indications
- Induction of labor
- Stimulation of uterine contractions
- Prevention and treatment of secondary postpartum hemorrhage
- Adherent placenta
- Stimulation of lactation
- Treatment of incomplete abortion (to prevent secondary hemorrhage)
Dosage
Labor Induction (IV):
- 0.5-1 mUnit/min (initial); titrate 1-2 mUnit/min q15-60min until contraction pattern similar to normal labor (usually 6 mUnit/min)
- Decrease dose after desired frequency reached and labor progressed to 5-6 cm dilation
Postpartum Hemorrhage (IV): 10-40 units (max 40 units) in 1000 mL nonhydrating IV solution
Incomplete Abortion (IV): 10-20 mUnit/min; not to exceed 30 units/12 hr
IM: 2-5 IU (postpartum); 2 IU (lactation); 2-5 IU every 30-60 min (incomplete abortion)
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Uterine contractions
- Nausea
- Uterine hypertonicity, spasm, titanic contraction or uterine rupture
- Water intoxication (with convulsions and coma)
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Anaphylactic reaction
Precautions & warnings
- Uterine sensitivity varies; use lowest effective dose
- Monitor fetal heart rate and maternal blood pressure
- Caution if uterine or cervical scars exist
- Caution while driving (contractions may begin)
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.