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Is oxytocin expected to increase the risk of foetal abnormalities when used as indicated?

Name: Is oxytocin expected to increase the risk of foetal abnormalities when used as indicated?
Published: 2026-11-08T02:00:05.034Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Oxytocin is not expected to present a risk of foetal abnormalities when used as indicated, based on extensive experience, its chemical structure and pharmacological properties.

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Oxytocin 10 IU/ml Concentrate for Solution for InfusionWockhardt UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 4Document updated 17 September 2019

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