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OXYTOCIN (ox i TOE sin) induces and strengthens uterine contractions. It may also be used to prevent and treat excessive bleeding from the uterus at the end of a pregnancy.
This medication is for infusion into a vein. It is given in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
This medication is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
This medication may also interact with the following:
This does not apply.
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.