Oxytocin
Also known as: Pitocin (IV obstetric)
Oxytocin is a nine-amino acid peptide hormone (Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH2, with a disulfide bridge between Cys1 and Cys6) produced in the hypothalamic paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei. The synthetic form (Pitocin) is FDA-approved as IV/IM injection for labor induction/augmentation and postpartum hemorrhage control. Intranasal oxytocin is NOT FDA-approved and is used off-label or in research settings for social/behavioral indications, where evidence is mixed.
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Highest Merit Score (99) of 22 scored sellers
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Lowest $/mg among scored sellers
$64.00 · 100mg
Most tested
5 independent COAs on file
$64.97 · 10mg · 99.9% purity
Average price
$9.11/mg
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About Oxytocin
CAS
50-56-6
Molecular formula
C43H66N12O12S2
Sequence
CYIQNCPLG
Typical dose range
24 IU intranasal per administration (common research dose); 24-40 IU intranasal studied in clinical trials; IV obstetric use (Pitocin) is weight/indication-based and distinct from research protocols
Half-life
~3-5 minutes (IV, peripheral plasma)
COAs for Oxytocin
53 third-party tests across 21 vendors. Each card links to the full report.
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by Peptide Plugs· batch 254010L-DK
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by Peptide Plugs· batch 71040L-DK
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by Ion Peptide· batch OT2-06172026
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by Ion Peptide· batch OT2-06172026
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by Peptide Supply Co.· batch OX10-06032026
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by True Peptide· batch OXYT-162-TPL
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by Blank Peptides· batch B-1340958-P
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by Pepsgpt· batch P-4275312-P
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by Ion Peptide· batch DTI0-0430 2026
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by Peptidegurus· batch cmojgra8k00339grxn334qvo9
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by Ion Peptide· batch OT2-03242026
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by Ion Peptide· batch OT2-03242026
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by Mile High Compounds· batch OXN-010-MH-01
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by Profound Aminos· batch cmojb87g401hikirxz7zxvzut
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by Peptide Tech· batch O5O-9845
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by Welli Labs· batch WLOXT-10-10001
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by EZ Peptides· batch EZP-OXY1002092026-01
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by EZ Peptides· batch EZP-OXY1002092026-01
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by Modern Research Peptides· batch HKBCOT226
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by Ruo Bio
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by Modern Research Peptides· batch LCN261OT2
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by Southern Aminos· batch OX101225A
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by Ion Peptide· batch OT2-123125
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by Ion Peptide· batch OT2-123125
20 citations indexed for Oxytocin
Study · 2026
A multiscale PBPK-PD model of oxytocin-induced uterine excitation and contraction
Coordinated excitation of uterine smooth muscle cells (USMCs) is the physiological basis of labour, and several mathematical models have been developed to understand the function of USMCs.
Study · 2026
Higher maternal body mass index is associated with increased oxytocin requirements during induction of labor: a population-based cohort study
Background Maternal obesity is associated with increased risks of gestational diabetes, gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and post-term pregnancy, all of which increase the likelihood of induction of labor.
review · 2026
Oxytocin discontinuation after the active phase of induced labour: an overview of systematic reviews
Background To synthesize the available evidence on the effects of discontinuing oxytocin after the onset of the active phase of induced labour. Methods An overview of seven systematic reviews (SRs) and meta-analyses was conducted.
Study · 2026
Relation between serum oxytocin levels and impulsivity in patients under treatment for alcohol use disorder
Objective Due to shared oxytocin pathways in impulsivity and alcohol use disorder (AUD), impulsivity is thought to increase susceptibility to AUD through the oxytocin system. This study investigated this relationship in patients under treatment for alcohol use disorder.
cohort · 2026
Comparative atlas of PVN oxytocin and vasopressin systems reveals sex-conserved input-output wiring
Oxytocin and vasopressin are pleiotropic, structurally similar neuropeptides with well-established roles in the regulation of social behavior and homeostatic functions.
Study · 2026
Women's experiences of augmentation of labour with synthetic oxytocin in Ireland: A qualitative descriptive study
Objective To provide a rich description of women's experiences of augmentation of labour with synthetic oxytocin within the Irish context. Methods Fourteen one-to-one semi-structured interviews were conducted. Data were analysed using qualitative content analysis.