This is a synthetic version of a naturally made hormone called oxytocin which increases contractions. It is sometimes used to speed up labours that have become slow, or to reduce bleeding after a baby is born. It is also sometimes given to speed up the delivery of the placenta. It is always given as an injection, either into a muscle or vein.
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http://www.cmft.nhs.uk/saint-marys/our-services/maternity-services/glossary
A synthetic form of the natural labour hormone oxytocin, used to induce or accelerate labour.
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http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21460
A synthetic form of oxytocin that can be given to a pregnant woman to speed up labor during a vaginal birth. The medication is administered through an IV and like pitocin, the medication can make uterine contractions very strong.
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http://www.pregnology.com/
Drug given during the third stage of labour to assist with delivery of placenta.
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https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22790
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