Oxytocin Acetate
The endogenous nonapeptide of social bonding, pair attachment, and labour induction.
How it works
Acts on the OXTR G-protein-coupled receptor in hypothalamic, limbic, and uterine tissue. Modulates trust, empathy, and prosocial behaviour in central pathways.
Reported benefits
- Reduction of social anxiety in clinical trials
- Improved partner-bonding metrics
- Therapeutic exploration in autism-spectrum and PTSD research
Dosage & administration
Research range: 10-40 IU intranasally as needed; injectable use only under medical supervision.
Dosing information is summarised from published clinical and pre-clinical literature for research purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Clinical & pre-clinical evidence
Intranasal oxytocin and social cognition
Biological Psychiatry · 2007
Enhanced trust scores in healthy male volunteers.
Safety & warnings
- Caution with uterine activity in pregnancy
- Possible water retention at high doses
- Acute hypotension if administered rapidly IV
For research use. Consult a licensed clinician before any human application. Not for use in pregnancy, lactation, or active malignancy without specialist supervision.
Available presentations
2 mg
OT2
Box of 10 · $108
Single vial · $216
5 mg
OT5
Box of 10 · $186
Single vial · $372
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