Oxytocin is a hormone used to help stimulate contractions to induce labor, expel retained placenta or an egg-bound clutch and/or release milk to begin lactation in respective species.
Labor induction, stimulate milk let-down, and may be used to help expel retained placenta or an egg-bound clutch depending on species.
Uterine rupture, fetal injury or death of the fetus and mother. In reptiles with confirmed or suspected metabolic bone disease, contractions stimulated by oxytocin may lead to fractured bones.
Oxytocin is a hormone used in multiple animal species to increase uterine contractions and milk let-down. It may also be used to stimulate the passage of eggs in birds and reptiles experiencing egg binding but should be used with caution under the direction of a veterinarian. While many medications are often administered for ‘off-label’ or 'extra-label' use in veterinary medicine, it is important to know that off- or extra- label use of a medication can only be performed by a veterinarian when there are no other more appropriate medications for a particular pet's circumstances. Your veterinarian must also know all vitamins, supplements, medications etc. your pet is taking to help avoid complications. You must also be sure to follow all instructions provided by your vet carefully and consult your veterinarian with any questions or concerns if they arise.
Labor induction, stimulate milk let-down
Oxytocin works by stimulating contractions in the muscles of the uterus by binding of oxytocin receptors. This also causes milk let-down.
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This medication should only be administered by your veterinarian or under the specific guidance of your veterinarian.
Overdose is uncommon, but it can cause severe uterine contractions. In reptiles or avian species this may result in bone fractures. Your veterinarian may recommend alternative options before oxytocin is administered to avoid these risks in certain severe cases or species of concern.
Drug interactions must be carefully considered by your veterinarian before administering oxytocin. Your veterinarian must be made aware of all medications, supplements, vitamins etc. that have been administered to your pet as well as all health conditions your pet has experienced in the past. This information is essential to your veterinarian's success in treating your pet appropriately.
Do not use without explicit guidance from your veterinarian. Your pet and fetal health if applicable must be monitored the entire time oxytocin is being used.
*Saunders Handbook of Veterinary Drugs*
*VIN Veterinary Drug Handbook*
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