Oxytocin 5mg

Manufacturer: Euro-Pharmacies, Europe

Pharmaceutical name: Oxytocin

Pack: 1 vial (5 mg)

Oxytocin is a neuropeptide and peptide hormone that is typically created in the hypothalamus and secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. It is involved in social bonding, sexual reproduction, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

 

This vital hormone is essential for the childbirth process and assists in male reproductive functions. Gaining an understanding of Oxytocin can enhance your health and provide a clearer insight into the workings of your body.

 

In females, oxytocin is key for triggering womb contractions during labor. The hormone encourages the uterine muscles to contract, initiating labor. Additionally, it boosts the production of prostaglandins, which facilitate labor progress and intensify contractions. Due to this effect, synthetic Oxytocin is sometimes administered to induce labor when it does not start naturally, or it can be used to strengthen contractions if labor is slowing down.

 

After the infant is delivered, Oxytocin aids in lactation by directing milk into the breast. When the infant suckles, Oxytocin secretion triggers the release of milk for feeding. Concurrently, oxytocin is released into the brain, stimulating further production of the hormone. Once the infant ceases feeding, the hormone's production halts until the subsequent feeding session.

 

While Oxytocin's role in men is less significant, it does contribute to sperm movement and appears to influence testosterone production in the testes.