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Syntocinon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Labor and Delivery Complications are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Syntocinon have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Syntocinon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Syntocinon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Syntocinon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Syntocinon's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Syntocinon related warnings talks about Syntocinon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Syntocinon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Syntocinon in conditions like Cervical Cancer. The section on Syntocinon contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Syntocinon with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Syntocinon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Syntocinon is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Syntocinon safe for pregnant women?
Syntocinon has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Syntocinon safe during breastfeeding?
Syntocinon is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Syntocinon on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Syntocinon on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Syntocinon on the Liver?
Syntocinon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Syntocinon on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Syntocinon on the heart have been reported.
Syntocinon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Syntocinon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Syntocinon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Syntocinon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Syntocinon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Syntocinon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Syntocinon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Syntocinon in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Syntocinon
There is no information on the effects of taking Syntocinon with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Syntocinon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Syntocinon.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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