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Oxytocin

Generic Pitocin
Oxytocin
Physician-administered

How to get this medication

Oxytocin is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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How to get Oxytocin

If you've been prescribed Oxytocin or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

About oxytocin

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OXYTOCIN induces and strengthens uterine contractions. It may also be used to prevent and treat excessive bleeding from the uterus at the end of a pregnancy.

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