Safety concerns cited for oxytocin (Pitocin) use during labor and delivery
Dec 22, 2011 @ 02:06 PM — by Jesse Reiter
During labor, the body secretes a natural hormone called oxytocin. It causes uterine contractions necessary for delivery. Sometimes, however, labor does not begin naturally or does not progress adequately and a synthetic form of oxytocin (also called Pitocin) may be administered. Despite it's frequent use, there are some safety concerns.