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What is Oxytocin?
Oxytocin is a 9-amino-acid hormone of the posterior pituitary. It is cyclic, closed by a disulfide bond between residues 1 and 6, with an amidated C-terminus.
It also appears in the literature as ocytocin.
What is in each Oxytocin vial?
| STRENGTH | FORM | PRICE | CERTIFICATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10mg | Lyophilised powder | A$78 | Pending |
What has research on Oxytocin examined?
Oxytocin is an approved medicine used in obstetrics, and Cochrane reviews have assessed its use in the third stage of labour. Intranasal oxytocin has been studied in many randomised trials in psychiatric and behavioural settings, summarised in meta-analyses with mixed results.
The table lists primary sources by year and model. Findings describe the study subjects, not this research vial.
| STUDY | YEAR | MODEL | PMID |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxytocin Receptor: From Intracellular Signaling to Behavior | 2018 | review | 29897293 |
| Prophylactic oxytocin for the third stage of labour to prevent postpartum haemorrhage | 2019 | review | 31032882 |
| Does intranasal oxytocin reduce symptoms of mental disorders? A meta-analysis of clinical trials | 2026 | review | 42134427 |
What adverse events have studies of Oxytocin reported?
A review of 38 randomised trials of intranasal oxytocin (1,529 participants) found side effects did not differ from placebo; three case reports involved misuse or longer-term use (PMID 21429671). In a 12-week trial in 100 adults with alcohol use disorder, adverse events were mild and comparable to placebo, and hyposmia was the most common event in both groups (PMID 42458234).
These findings describe the people or animals in each study. The sources list gives every PubMed record.
How do you reconstitute and store Oxytocin?
Store the sealed vial frozen (about -20 degrees Celsius), dry and away from light until it is reconstituted.
After reconstitution with a sterile solvent, keep the solution at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Record the solvent, volume and date on the vial label.
BAC Water is the usual laboratory solvent. Dilute acetic acid is an alternative for peptides that dissolve poorly in water. The reconstitution guide and storage guide cover laboratory handling.
| STATE | TEMPERATURE | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Sealed vial | -20 °C | Dry and dark. Keeps to the label date. |
| Reconstituted | 2 to 8 °C | Sterile technique. Avoid repeat freeze and thaw. |
| In transit | Cold pack | Refrigerate or freeze on arrival. |
Is Oxytocin legal to buy in Australia?
Oxytocin is listed in Schedule 4 of the Poisons Standard (prescription only). Source: the June 2026 Poisons Standard instrument (F2026L00633).
Oxytocin is not named on WADA's 2026 Prohibited List.
- POISONS STANDARD
- Schedule 4
- WADA 2026
- Not named
- SALE TERMS
- Research use only
How fast does Oxytocin ship?
Orders placed before [cut-off] leave Western Australia the same business day with tracking, by [carrier]. Delivery estimates for each state are on the shipping page.
Oxytocin questions
What has research on oxytocin examined?
Oxytocin is an approved medicine used in obstetrics, and Cochrane reviews have assessed its use in the third stage of labour. Intranasal oxytocin has been studied in many randomised trials in psychiatric and behavioural settings, summarised in meta-analyses with mixed results.
What adverse events have studies of oxytocin reported?
A review of 38 randomised trials of intranasal oxytocin (1,529 participants) found side effects did not differ from placebo; three case reports involved misuse or longer-term use (PMID 21429671). In a 12-week trial in 100 adults with alcohol use disorder, adverse events were mild and comparable to placebo, and hyposmia was the most common event in both groups (PMID 42458234).
Is oxytocin a peptide?
Yes. Oxytocin is a peptide of 9 amino acids.
Is oxytocin a prescription medicine in Australia?
Oxytocin is listed in Schedule 4 of the Poisons Standard (prescription only). Peptides Collective sells it for laboratory research use only.
Is oxytocin banned in sport?
Oxytocin is not named on WADA's 2026 Prohibited List.
What is the CAS number for oxytocin?
The CAS number for Oxytocin is 50-56-6. Its PubChem CID is 439302.
How long does an unopened oxytocin vial keep?
A sealed vial of lyophilised powder keeps to the date on its label when stored frozen, dry and dark. Once reconstituted, keep the solution at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and record the date on the label.
Does every oxytocin batch have a certificate?
Yes. Every Oxytocin batch is tested by [lab] before it goes on sale, and the certificate is published under the batch number printed on the vial. The current batch certificate is [pending].
Where is oxytocin shipped from?
Orders ship tracked from Western Australia. Orders placed before [cut-off] leave the same business day. Delivery estimates by state are on the shipping page.
What purity is the current oxytocin batch?
The current Oxytocin batch certificate is [pending]. When it is published, it reports purity by HPLC to three decimal places and confirms identity by mass spectrometry.
Which solvent reconstitutes oxytocin?
BAC Water (sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol) is the usual laboratory solvent. Dilute acetic acid is an alternative for peptides that dissolve poorly in water. Record the solvent, volume and resulting concentration on the vial label.
How much does oxytocin cost in Australia?
Oxytocin costs A$78 for 10mg at Peptides Collective, in Australian dollars. Each price is per vial of lyophilised powder.
Sources
- 1. The Oxytocin Receptor: From Intracellular Signaling to Behavior. Physiological reviews, 2018. PMID 29897293.
- 2. Prophylactic oxytocin for the third stage of labour to prevent postpartum haemorrhage. The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 2019. PMID 31032882.
- 3. Does intranasal oxytocin reduce symptoms of mental disorders? A meta-analysis of clinical trials. Neuroscience and biobehavioral reviews, 2026. PMID 42134427.
- 4. A review of safety, side-effects and subjective reactions to intranasal oxytocin in human research. 2011. PMID 21429671.
- 5. Intranasal Oxytocin for Alcohol Use Disorder: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Multisite Trial Assessing Efficacy and Safety. 2026. PMID 42458234.
- 6. Oxytocin in old age psychiatry: A systematic review of the safety of using intranasal oxytocin in older adults. 2025. PMID 39474844.
- 7. PubChem CID 439302. National Library of Medicine.
- 8. Poisons Standard, June 2026 instrument (F2026L00633). Federal Register of Legislation.
- 9. World Anti-Doping Code, 2026 Prohibited List. WADA.



