NDAINJECTIONINJECTABLE
Approved
Jul 1980
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Clinical Trials
20
Data completeness
3/8 — Basic
OXYTOCIN (oxytocin) by Fresenius Kabi is clinical pharmacology oxytocin injection (synthetic) acts on the smooth muscle of the uterus to stimulate contractions; response depends on the uterine threshold of excitability. First approved in 1980.
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AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
Oxytocin is a synthetic posterior pituitary hormone injection that stimulates uterine smooth muscle contractions. It is used to induce or augment labor and manage postpartum hemorrhage by increasing the frequency and tone of uterine contractions. The drug exerts selective action on uterine musculature without the cardiovascular effects associated with vasopressin.
LOE Approaching
As LOE approaches, the brand team is likely contracting; career opportunities will shift toward defensive strategies and cost management rather than growth initiatives.
Mechanism of Action
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Oxytocin injection (synthetic) acts on the smooth muscle of the uterus to stimulate contractions; response depends on the uterine threshold of excitability. It exerts a selective action on the smooth musculature of the uterus, particularly toward the end of pregnancy, during…
Pharmacologic Class:
Oxytocic
Indications
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Clinical Trials (20)
Evaluating Intranasal Oxytocin (TNX-1900) for Pain Relief and Recovery After Pituitary Surgery
Started Aug 2026
75 enrolled
PainPituitary Surgery
Effects of Intranasal Oxytocin in Patients With Arginine-vasopressin Deficiency
Started Sep 2025
40 enrolled
Vasopressin Deficiency
Effects of Carbetocin and Oxytocin Used in Cesarean Sections on Postoperative Pain
Started Oct 2024
Changes in Hemorrhage With Prophylactic Oxytocin for Dilation and Evacuation
Started May 2024
150 enrolled
Hemorrhage
Oxytocin Effects on Bone in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Started Aug 2023
96 enrolled
Autism Spectrum DisorderBone Health
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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