Pitocin (Injection)
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Possible severe side effect of Pitocin?
My Sister has a slight case of cerebral palsey, trouble with her balance, speech problems, most of her weakness is on her left side. She was given pitocin to move her labor along. She was on this drug for many hours with another drug named stadol. Thi...
by Dawn in New York, 11/27/2007
Pitocin
What is the typical dosage to administer for inducing labor and is it referred to as a unit, pint etc...
by Sonya Miller in Exeter California, 06/26/2007
Pitocin (Injection) Drug and Prescription Information
Pitocin (Injection)
Pitocin (Injection) Medication Classification
OXYTOCIN (Injection)
Pitocin (Injection) Brandname
Pitocin
Pitocin (Injection) is used for the Treatment
Oxytocin (ox-i-TOE-sin) Brings on or strengthens labor contractions during childbirth. Also used to control bleeding after childbirth, or to induce an abortion.
When To Not Use Pitocin (Injection)
You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to oxytocin, or if you have ever had a ruptured uterus or a previous C-section that left scar tissue in your uterus.
How Should You Use Pitocin (Injection)
Proper Pitocin (Injection) Storage
Store Pitocin (Injection) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Pitocin (Injection) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Pitocin (Injection)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.Pitocin (Injection) Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows about all other medicines you are using.
- This medicine is generally not used in women who are having multiple births (twins, triplets, etc).
Pitocin (Injection) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
- Fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
- Extreme thirst, confusion, agitation, weakness, muscle twitching
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- Seizure (convulsions)
- Sudden, severe, and ongoing headache
- Unusual bleeding or bruising If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Headache
- Nausea, vomiting
