Itocin 5 IU Injection

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  • Contains / Salt: Oxytocin (5 IU)

Itocin 5 IU Injection

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1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
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  • Manufactured by: Lupin Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Oxytocin (5 IU)

Itocin Information

Itocin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Labor and Delivery Complications. Secondary and off-label uses of Itocin have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Itocin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Itocin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Itocin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Itocin's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Itocin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Itocin related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Cervical Cancer must refrain from the use of Itocin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Itocin contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Itocin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Itocin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Itocin Benefits & Uses

Itocin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Itocin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Post Delivery Bleeding
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 iu
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: given after delivery of placenta

Itocin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Itocin safe for pregnant women?


    Itocin has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Itocin safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can safely use Itocin.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Itocin on the Kidneys?


    Using Itocin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Itocin on the Liver?


    Itocin has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Itocin on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Itocin on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Itocin with Other Drugs

Itocin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Itocin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Itocin

  • Is this Itocin habit forming or addictive?


    Itocin is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Itocin as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Itocin only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Itocin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Itocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Itocin


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Itocin, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Itocin


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Itocin with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 965-966

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 329-331

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pitocin® (Oxytocin)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Syntometrine® (oxytocin/Ergometrine Maleate)

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