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Biotocin Injection

Oxytocin (NA)

by Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries

About this medicine

Biotocin Injection is used for the induction of labor. It plays an important role in childbirth as it increases the contraction of the uterus and helps to induce labor in pregnant women. It may also be used to control post-delivery bleeding. Biotocin 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. The most side effects of this medicine include vomiting, headache, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had surgery of the uterus, or cesarean section or have a history of premature labor. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

Uses

Induction of labour

Benefits

In induction of labour

Biotocin Injection helps your body in preparation for labour or delivery of a full term baby. It increases contractions of the uterus. This helps the baby to come out of the mother’s womb with ease and prevents any complications involved with childbirth. Additionally, it also controls excessive bleeding after childbirth.

How it works

Biotocin Injection stimulates the contraction of the uterine muscles during delivery. It also helps to control post-delivery bleeding.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Common side effects

Vomiting
Headache
Uterine contractions
Nausea

Safety advice

AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biotocin Injection. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Biotocin Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Biotocin Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
DrivingUNSAFE: Biotocin Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Biotocin Injection can start labor. Women with contractions should not drive.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Biotocin Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. However, cautious use is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Biotocin Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Biotocin Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n \\n

Quick facts

Chemical Class: Oxytocin
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: Gynaecological
Action Class: Uterotonic and abortificient

Frequently asked questions

What is Biotocin Injection and for what it is used for?

Biotocin Injection is an injectable preparation, which contains Oxytocin. Oxytocin is a hormone, produced naturally by the body. As a medicine, it is used to start or improve the contractions during labor (childbirth) process. It may also be used to minimize the bleeding after childbirth.

How and in what dose can it be used?

It is given as an injection, only at the hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The dose is decided by the doctor, depending on the contraction pattern or the current medical situation of the patient.

Is there any special precaution should I follow?

Your doctor, would take the proper medical history, and evaluate you before giving this medicine. You should tell the detailed medical history to your doctor. Tell to your doctor if you previously had a premature delivery, or c-section, or any other uterine or cervical surgery.

What may be the possible side effects associated with it?

It may cause a headache, nausea, vomiting and increased in blood pressure. You may also feel increased uterine contractions for some time. However, these conditions are very much manageable in hospital settings.

Product details

Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt composition: Oxytocin (NA)
Dosage form: Injection
Storage: Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

Same salt, other brands

Therapeutically equivalent. Ask your doctor or our pharmacist before substituting.

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