Product Description: This is a naturally occurring hormone that is normally produced by the pituitary gland.
Indications for Use: Oxytocin can be used to help with queening and is beneficial when uterine fatigue and uterine infections are a problem.
Dosage and Administration: For uterine contraction and to aid in queening, a dose of 0.25-0.5 mL, given IM, IV, or SQ, is recommended.
Packaging: This product comes in 100 mL bottles, in a 20 Units/mL concentration.
Precautions and Side Effects: Caution should be used when this product is given to induce or speed-up labor. Veterinary advice should always be sought prior to this decision. For some situations, oxytocin may be extremely harmful during queening.
Storage: Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding refrigeration of this product.
Drug Type: Rx
Manufacturer: A.H.A., ProLabs, plus others