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This medication is used to start or increase breast milk production.
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Oxytocin Nasl
Uses
This medication is used to start or increase breast milk production.
Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
Storage
- Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight.
- Do not freeze.
How To Use
- Use exactly as prescribed.
- Do not shake the bottle.
- Hold your head upright and insert the nosepiece into the nostril.
- Squeeze bottle while sniffing through the nose.Rinse the nosepiece after each use to prevent contamination.Notify your doctor if you feel this medication is not working
Side Effects
- May cause some nasal irritation, runny nose, or tearing of the eyes.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: unusual bleeding, convulsions, contractions, mental disturbances.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: nasal passage problems, any allergies.Oxytocin must not be used during pregnancy.
- If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.Oxytocin passes into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and do not double the next dose to catch up.
- Resume your usual dosing schedule.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: all nasal medicines.Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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