Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml belongs to the class of medication called 'oxytocic' or 'uterotonic', primarily used for initiating or improving uterine contraction (antepartum) and producing uterine contraction during the third stage of labour (postpartum). Besides this, it also controls postpartum bleeding or haemorrhage after childbirth. Labour induction stimulates uterine (womb) contractions during pregnancy before labour pain begins to achieve a vaginal birth. It is recommended by the doctor for labour induction for various reasons, especially when there is a concern for a mother's or baby's health.

Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml contains a synthetic female hormone, 'Oxytocin', given in the intravenous (IV) form or intramuscular (IM) form that stimulates uterine muscles and increases the uterus' contractions. It also increases the production of a natural substance called prostaglandins (PGs), increasing contractions and hence inducing labour. As a result, these increased uterine contractions help deliver the child. 

Your doctor will give Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml before childbirth or during labour pain. Do not self-administer. The most common side effects of Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml are nausea, vomiting, and headache. Most of these side effects of Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you ever had surgery on the uterus, cesarean or premature labour, please inform your doctor before taking Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml to avoid complications. Also, mention all the other medications you are taking to affect how Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml works. If you have been given prostaglandins, Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml should not be given within 6 hours as both medications, if taken together, can increase the contractions. A Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml should not be used for a prolonged time if the contractions do not improve, severe pre-eclamptic toxaemia (high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and swelling), or blood or heart circulation problems.

Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml contains a female hormone primarily used in inducing labour. It plays a major role in childbirth by increasing uterus contractions and inducing labour in pregnant women. In addition to this, it is also used to stop bleeding after delivery and manage a miscarriage in cesarean section. When given in the intravenous form, Oxytocin stimulates uterine muscles and increases the contractions in the uterus. Also, it increases the production of prostaglandins, which further increases contractions and hence induces labour. As a result, these increased uterine contractions help deliver the child.

Do not take Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml if you are allergic to Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml or any of its ingredients. Increasing the dose of Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml can be harmful if your womb already has too strong contractions, any obstructions in the pathway that might prevent the delivery or if the baby is not receiving a sufficient oxygen supply. Also, the use of Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml is not advisable if the baby is wrongly positioned in the birth canal, the baby’s head is too large to fit through the pelvis, the placenta lies near the neck of the womb, the placenta separates from the womb before birth, the womb is over-extended and likely to tear (in case you are carrying more than one baby). If you have been given prostaglandins, do not use Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml with 6 hours; if taken together, it can increase the contractions. Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml should not be used for a prolonged time if the contractions do not improve or if you have severe pre-eclamptic toxaemia (high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and swelling) or blood or heart circulation problems. A professional should always administer Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml at a hospital, do not practice self-administration. It should also not be given as a rapid injection into a vein as it might cause hypotension (low blood pressure) or suddenly increased heart rate.

• Oxykop 5Iu Injection 1 ml when given for induction of labour or stimulation of labour, it must be administered only by the intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) route under medical supervision in a hospital.