Oxytocin is a nonapeptide hormone primarily synthesized in magnocellular neurons of the paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei of the hypothalamus. It is known best for its role in stimulating uterine contraction and lactation and is important for social memory and attachment, sexual and maternal behavior, and aggression. Additionally, it has been implicated in various non-social behaviors, including learning, anxiety, feeding, and pain perception.

Oxytocin side effects

Oxytocin may have some side effects, including redness or itching at the site of injection, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, and pain. These potential side effects should be accounted for during a trial. However, there are no known health risks associated with Oxytocin injections, especially when compared to traditional hormone-based metabolic, strengthening, and growth treatments, as studied side by side in animal studies.

Oxytocin dosage

The recommended dosage for Oxytocin should be carefully considered to minimize potential side effects. It is important to note the reported side effects, such as redness or itching at the injection site, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, and pain, during the trial period. However, there are no known health risks associated with Oxytocin injections, particularly when compared to traditional hormone-based metabolic, strengthening, and growth treatments, as studied side by side in animal studies.