| Pitocin |
oxytocin: hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitocin); stimulates contractions of the uterus and ejection of milk
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| Pitocin |
A synthetic oxytocin given through an intravenous drip (IV) to stimulate labor or toinduce labor.
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| Pitocin |
Synthetic oxytocin, a uterus stimulating drug.
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| Pitocin |
trade name for artificial oxytocin (see above), the hormone that causes contractions during labor. Often called 'pit'.
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| Pitocin |
Medication given through the IV to help stimulate labor, is also given after delivery to help contract the uterus to decrease vaginal bleeding.
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