Oxytocin
Endogenous nonapeptide hormone
Oxytocin is an endogenous nonapeptide studied in uterine contractility, lactation, social and behavioral neuroscience, autonomic signaling, and reproductive physiology.
For laboratory and research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Form
Lyophilized
Available strengths
10 mg
Research class
Neuroendocrine Receptor Signaling
Evidence grade
Level I
Substantial controlled human evidence
Scientific overview
Oxytocin is an endogenous nonapeptide studied in uterine contractility, lactation, social and behavioral neuroscience, autonomic signaling, and reproductive physiology.
Mechanism under investigation
Activates the oxytocin receptor, a G-protein-coupled receptor expressed in uterine, mammary, central nervous system, and other tissues.
Research evidence summary
Substantial human evidence and FDA-approved prescription products for obstetric use.
Level I, Established human evidence
Key research limitations
Intranasal behavioral research is heterogeneous and does not establish broad social or psychiatric benefits. Approved-product evidence does not validate unrelated preparations.
Safety & toxicology context
Known risks include uterine hyperstimulation, fetal distress in obstetric use, water intoxication, cardiovascular effects, and context-dependent behavioral outcomes.
Regulatory & development status
FDA-approved prescription oxytocin products exist; consumer RUO sale requires heightened legal review.
Supplied strictly for in-vitro and ex-vivo laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary administration, diagnostic, or therapeutic use. Import and regulatory compliance remain the responsibility of the receiving researcher.
Available research formats
- Oxytocin, 10 mgLyophilized
Lot documentation
Every Cendrix lot ships with an HPLC purity chromatogram, mass-spectrometry identity confirmation, appearance and reconstitution observations, and endotoxin testing where applicable. Lot certificates are retrievable from the Quality page using the lot number printed on the vial.
Curated references
External searches link to PubMed, ClinicalTrials.gov, Google Scholar, and FDA records. Cendrix does not endorse interpretations published in third-party sources.
Editorial provenance
- Last scientific review
- June 2026
- Literature search through
- June 2026
- Regulatory review status
- Pending counsel approval
Persistent disclaimer
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or personal experimentation. This content summarizes published research and is not medical advice.