Oxytocin Solution for injection

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:

• Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Heart rhythm changes—fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, chest pain, trouble breathing
• Heavy vaginal bleeding

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

• Nausea
• Vomiting

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:

• Any condition where vaginal childbirth is unwanted, such as cervical cancer, herpes infection, oversized fetal head
• Dangerous position of the fetus, placenta, or umbilical cord
• History of uterine surgery, such as cesarean section
• Pregnant many times before
• Uterus overstimulated
• An unusual or allergic reaction to oxytocin, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breast-feeding

Do not take this medication with any of the following:

• Dinoprostone, prostaglandin E2

This medication may also interact with the following:

• Medications for blood pressure
• Medications used for sleep during surgery
• Other medications to contract the uterus

This does not apply.

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.