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Oxytocin

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OP-904
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Overview

Compound name: Oxytocin

Common abbreviation: OXT

Compound classification: Endogenous neuropeptide hormone

Brief factual description:

Oxytocin is a naturally occurring peptide hormone and neuropeptide produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary. It plays a central role in social bonding, reproduction, childbirth, lactation, and modulation of stress and emotional behavior.

Mechanism of Action

Primary biological targets: Oxytocin receptor (OXTR)

Affected systems: Neuroendocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular, central nervous system

Receptor selectivity:

High affinity for OXTR (G-protein–coupled receptor)

Downstream signaling effects:

Activation of phospholipase C (PLC) pathway

Increased intracellular calcium signaling

Modulation of neuronal excitability and synaptic plasticity

External sources

References published with this record

  1. Source 1: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. Source 2: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. Source 3: pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. Source 4: accessdata.fda.gov

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Is Oxytocin approved for human use?

Oxytocin is supplied strictly for in-vitro laboratory and research use only, not for human consumption or therapeutic use. Regulatory treatment varies by jurisdiction.

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