![]() Hormonal therapies and drugs commonly used in obstetrics and gynecology for contraception, abortion, treatment of infertility, deficiencies, labor management, pregnancy complications, diseases and pain management. Includes steroid and peptide hormones and related drugs, tocolytics, antifungals, antibiotics, tocolytics, anti-inflammatory agents, narcotics and commonly used herbal medicines. |
Drug Safety During Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Search for information about compatibility of drugs with pregnancy and breastfeeding. Oxytocin/Pitocin
Pitocin is a synthetic form of the posterior pituitary hormone oxytocin used to induce or augment labor. Oxytocin is released in response to suckling at the breast and causes the letdown of milk. During the early postpartum period, oxytocin released in this way, plays an important part in uterine involution.
Sources of Medications at Reduced Cost
"Some pharmaceutical companies provide a reduction in cost for people who cannot afford to buy drugs for medical conditions or health problems. This web site provides information on drug assistance programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. Information can be accessed by drug name and drug company."
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