IV infusion / IM
Oxytocin
Syntocinon
- Mechanism of Action
- Naturally occurring hormone that binds to oxytocin receptors (G-protein coupled receptors). Causes uterine contraction and milk letdown.
Clinical Use
- Indications
- Induction of labour
- Augmentation of labour
- Management of the third stage of labour
- Postpartum haemorrhage
- Contraindications
- Foetal distress
- Vaginal delivery contraindicated
- Adverse Effects
- Headache
- Tachycardia
- Nausea / vomiting
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