
Syntocinon Injection
Manufacturer
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company
Salt Composition
Oxytocin (5IU)
Key Information
Short Description
Syntocinon Injection is used for the induction of labor and control of post-delivery bleeding.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Syntocinon Injection is only used when there is any medical condition that prevents women to produce labor naturally. This medicine is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor is the best person to decide how much amount should be given depending upon the condition. Hence follow your doctor's advice while on treatment with this medicine.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Syntocinon Injection stimulates the contraction of the uterine muscles during delivery. It also helps to control post-delivery bleeding.
Quick Tips
Syntocinon Injection is a hormone used in induction of labor. It is also used to control post-delivery bleeding. It is given intravenously (into a vein) or intramuscularly (into the muscle) by a doctor or healthcare provider in a hospital or clinic. It may cause temporary uterine contractions for a few days. Before receiving Syntocinon Injection, you should tell your doctor if you have a history of premature labor, surgery of uterus, or caesarean section.