Oxytocin

FDA Approved

Also known as: Pitocin, The Love Hormone

What is Oxytocin?

Oxytocin is an FDA-approved hormone involved in social bonding, childbirth, and lactation, being studied for social and mood effects.

How It Works

Oxytocin acts on oxytocin receptors in the brain and body, promoting social bonding, trust, uterine contractions, and milk letdown.

What Research Shows

200

Animal Studies

100

Human Studies

Key Findings:

FDA-approved for labor induction
May improve social cognition in autism studies
Promotes pair bonding and trust

Dosing Protocol

Typical Dose

10-40 IU

Frequency

As needed

Route

Intranasal or injection

Duration

As needed

These are general guidelines based on research literature and community protocols. Individual dosing should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider.

Safety & Risks

Reported Side Effects:

HeadacheNauseaUterine cramping (women)

Contraindications:

Pregnancy (except supervised labor)
Cardiovascular disease

Important: This information is for research purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before using any peptide. Never use peptides without proper medical supervision.

Sourcing & Quality

Quality varies significantly between peptide sources. When sourcing Oxytocin, consider:

Third-party testing (HPLC, Mass Spectrometry)
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) availability
Purity levels (>98% recommended)
Beware of LPS (endotoxin) contamination

CalcPep does not sell peptides or recommend specific vendors. Always verify product quality through independent testing.

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