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Oxytocin<br />

Oxytocin is used in obstetrical care to augment uterine tone. It is used to stimulate labour.<br />

After delivery, it is used to minimize uterine atony and in so doing, decrease bleeding. It can<br />

cause hypotension if a bolus dose is delivered too quickly.<br />

Related Glossary Terms<br />

Uterine tone<br />

Index<br />

Find Term<br />

Chapter 5 - Obstetrical <strong>Anesthesia</strong>

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