Application
In recent years , it is found that this product has good effect on pulmonary hemoptysis , and vagus nerve after resection or relaxation of gastrointestinal function after abdominal surgery . This product can absorb from the oral mucosa , and selectively acts on the smooth muscle of the uterus , make uterine contractions . Apply to hastening parturition and slow painful . Effect is the same as the static drops of oxytocin . For contracted pelvis , has a history of uterine surgery (including cesarean section), pain excessive hyperfunction, birth canal obstruction , severe placental abruption , maternal pregnancy poisoning are prohibited .
Common used with ergot preparations , treatment for postpartum hemorrhage ; Inevitable abortion ; Mainly used in late pregnancy induced labor and intrapartum uterine contractions fatigue caused by prolonged labor ; Used for oxytocin sensitive test ; Used for oxytocin irritability test ; Assist in postpartum milk discharge ; Haemoptysis . Postoperative gastrointestinal peristalsis slowly .
Oxytocin has peripheral (hormonal) actions, and also has actions in the brain. Its actions are mediated by specific, oxytocin receptors. The oxytocin receptor is a G-protein-coupled receptor that requires magnesium and cholesterol. It belongs to the rhodopsin-type (class I) group of G-protein-coupled receptors.