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Oxitosin
Were you looking for more information about Oxytocin? Oxitosin is a common misspelling of oxytocin.
A healthcare provider may prescribe oxytocin (Pitocin®) to help cause or stimulate uterine contractions in women who are about to deliver a baby or who just gave birth. This drug can help induce labor, help make uterine contracts more effective, empty the contents of pregnancy for an elective abortion, and several other reasons.
To help ensure a safe treatment process, tell your healthcare provider about any other medical concerns you might have, such as if you had a C-section in the past or have any allergies, as well as any other medications, vitamins, or supplements you are taking. Side effects of this drug may include vomiting, excessive bleeding, and heart rhythm problems.
(Click Oxytocin for more information, including other side effects to look out for during treatment and details on when and how the medication is given. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH, BCPP
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD