https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0897.2011.01033.x. https://doi.org/10.1111/and.12248. New England Journal of Medicine2018; doi:10.1056/NEJMoa1800566, Wei S, Wo BL, Qi HP, et al. An induction with Pitocin means your doctor or midwife will help start your labor using a medicine called Pitocin, which is a synthetic version of oxytocin. Oxytocin is the hormone that your body naturally produces to induce contractions, as well as serving as the famous love hormone. How does a Pitocin induction work? Contractile activity of vasotocin, oxytocin, and vasopressin on mammalian prostate. Ejaculate (ejaculate volume, sperm concentration, total sperm count) and sperm parameters (motility, viability, intracellular generation of reactive oxygen species, plasma membrane fluidity) were assessed at 0h and 72h in AI-semen samples stored at 17C. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. 2000 - 2023 - Global Ag Media. An official website of the United States government. Finally, 10L of donor beads (20g/mL) was added to each well and the plates incubated at RT in darkness for 30min. Identification of relevant in vivo biomarkers for fertility remains a challenge for the livestock industry. The percentage of viable spermatozoa exhibiting high plasma membrane fluidity (H-42+/ Yo-Pro-1/M-540+) was recorded. To the best of our knowledge, only a previous study, conducted in humans, evaluated the relationship of seminal OXT to male fertility and found that fertile men had lower SP-OXT concentrations than infertile men [27]. Saliva can be a noninvasive way to measure oxytocin, which is very useful in species such as the pig where blood collection can produce a high degree of stress. (Oxytocin Injection, USP) Physiological Assessment of the Health and Welfare of Domestic Cats-An Exploration of Factors Affecting Urinary Cortisol and Oxytocin. Oxytocin is a peptide hormone that functions as a neurotransmitter. Pitocin: Package Insert / Prescribing Information - Drugs.com Conceptualization: L.P., M.L-A., S.M-S, J.R. and I.B. Plasma concentrations of oxytocin and 13, 14-dihydro-15-keto-prostaglandin F2a in spontaneous and oxytocin-induced labor at term. Consequently, OXT is sometimes used as an additive to semen AI-doses in order to accelerate the progression of semen towards the uterus for better colonization of the uterine-tubal reservoir [29]. We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information. Stadler B, Whittaker MR, Exintaris B, Middendorff R. Oxytocin in the male reproductive tract; the therapeutic potential of oxytocin-agonists and-antagonists. The influence of seminal plasma on offspring development and health. the concentration of OXT in the ejaculate is merely an indicator of the fertility of the male, regardless of the use of AI or natural mating. PLoS One. While oxytocin Barranco I, Padilla L, Perez-Patino C, Vazquez JM, Martinez EA, Rodriguez-Martinez H, et al. Franczak A, Ciereszko R, Kotwica G. Oxytocin (OT) action in uterine tissues of cyclic and early pregnant gilts: OT receptors concentration, prostaglandin F(2)alpha secretion, and phosphoinositide hydrolysis. Oxytocin is distributed throughout the extracellular fluid. 2014;119:2238. The SP-OXT concentrations had not influence on functional sperm parameters in liquid-stored AI-semen. 2012;77(7):146679. and S.M-S.; Project administration: J.R.; Resources: S.M-S. and J.R.; Supervision: J.R. and H.R-M.; Writing, review & editing: L.P., H.R-M., J.R. and I.B. Seminal plasma proteins as potential markers of relative fertility in boars. However, even a small reduction in laboring may provide significant relief to the pregnant mother. Google Scholar. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0093-691X(02)01157-3. Oxytocin has been shown to have an intrinsic antidiuretic effect, acting to increase water reabsorption from the glomerular filtrate. The boars were housed in a Spanish AI-center (AIM Ibrica; Topigs Norsvin Spain SLU, Calasparra, Murcia, Spain), that complied with the Spanish and European rules for both animal health and welfare and for the marketing of seminal AI-doses (Spanish: ES300130640127, August 2006; European: ES13RS04P, July 2012). 2016;86(1):18793. 2020;10(8):1268. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani10081268. 1 Pitocin mimics the hormone in an attempt to send your body into labor. The Creative Commons Public Domain Dedication waiver (http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/) applies to the data made available in this article, unless otherwise stated in a credit line to the data. For each standard and diluted SP-samples, a 15L aliquot was added, in duplicate, into the appropriate wells. Then, 15L of acceptor beads coated with monoclonal anti-oxytocin antibody (30g/mL) was added to each well and the plates were incubated at RT in darkness for 90min. Assinder SJ, Carey M, Parkinson T, Nicholson HD. Carefully regulating the dose helps to minimize complications and allows your doctor or midwife to mimic the course of normal labor as much as possible. 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Relationship between the concentration of oxytocin in seminal plasma (SP-OXT) and in vivo fertility outcomes of boars used in artificial insemination programs (n=18). These specific 18 boars were moreover grouped (hierarchical clustering, P<0.001) into three sub-groups groups according to deviations in farrowing rate: positive (from 1.81% to 7.54%, n=6), without (from 0.74% to 1.44%, n=7) and negative (from 1.53% to 2.79%, n=5) deviation (Fig. The following dosage information is based upon various regimens and indications in general use. Epub 2020 Aug 31. Certainly, the complex composition of SP together with its essential roles for sperm function as well as in the successful reproductive performance of female genital tract, make SP a valuable source for eventual male fertility biomarkers [9,10,11,12]. PubMed As far as we are aware of, no studies have been conducted in any livestock species evaluating the putative relationship between SP-OXT with sperm quality and function and in vivo fertility after AI. The use of exogenous (not produced Recent declines in induction of labor by gestational age. Article Oxytocin (OXT), a small peptide hormone mainly synthetized in the magnocellular neurons of the hypothalamus, would be another SP component potentially Nat Commun. volume12, Articlenumber:101 (2021) Accordingly, the results showed that SP-OXT concentrations were positively related to farrowing rate but not to total litter size. Global Ag Media provides a knowledge sharing platform offering premium news, analysis and information resources for the global agriculture industry. 2020;9:113. The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Assessing Affective States in Livestock. The SP concentrations of OXT were positively related with ejaculate volume. Google Scholar. Harris GC, Frayne J, Nicholson HD. 2018;18(3):913. Pitocin is the synthetic version of that naturally occurring hormone, providing an extra oxytocin boost to kickstart labor and keep it on track. Correspondence to Neonatal seizures have been reported with the use of Pitocin. This fact must be considered by the physician in exercising his judgment regarding patient selection. Manjarn R, Kirkwood RN, Ngula J, Martinez-Pastor F, Alegre B, Domnguez JC. Disclaimer. Moreover, SP has immunoregulatory properties, causing a favorable immune environment for sperm and embryos in the female genital tract [9]. Careers. Drug class: Uterotonic agents. Stillbirth numbers are typically higher in older parity sows and generally occur later in the birth order. Copyright 2019 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Novak S, Ruiz-Sanchez A, Dixon WT, Foxcroft GR, Dyck MK. Artificial insemination (AI) is the most widespread and effective reproductive technology for the production and genetic improvement of pigs worldwide [1,2,3]. Kang S, Pang W-K, Ryu D-Y, Song W-H, Rahman MS, Park Y-J, et al. 2). Ejaculate volume (mL) was measured by depositing the freshly collected ejaculate in a graduated cylinder while sperm concentration (106 sperm/mL) was measured with an automated cell counter (NucleoCounter NC-100TM; ChemoMetec, Allerod, Denmark). Major survey findings of Listening to Mothers(SM) III: Pregnancy and birth: Report of the third National U.S. Survey of Women's Childbearing Experiences. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jprot.2013.05.029. Consent to participate is not applicable. This assay can contribute to a wider use of oxytocin measurements in pigs as it is a noninvasive sampling procedure that minimizes stress. Lpez-Arjona M, Escribano D, Mateo SV, Contreras-Aguilar MD, Rubio CP, Tecles F, Cern JJ, Martnez-Subiela S. Res Vet Sci. Accurate control of the rate of infusion is essential and is best accomplished by an infusion pump. Front Behav Neurosci. It is convenient to piggyback the Pitocin infusion on a physiologic electrolyte solution, permitting the Pitocin infusion to be stopped abruptly without interrupting the electrolyte infusion. Also, with those reported by Elabd et al. Subscribe to Drugs.com newsletters for the latest medication news, new drug approvals, alerts and updates. Electronically monitor the uterine activity and the fetal heart rate throughout the infusion of Pitocin. Three groups were generated for both farrowing rate and litter size. The value of microscopic semen motility assessment at collection for a commercial artificial insemination center, a retrospective study on factors explaining variation in pig fertility. However, we do not believe that this is the case in our study. By Robin Elise Weiss, PhD, MPH In addition to systemic oxytocin, the peptide is also made locally within the testis, and possibly also the epididymis and prostate. Robertson SA. However, these relationships were supported by correlation coefficients less than 0.5, indicative of fair relationships [48]. 1977;31(4):5616. This study characterized concentrations of SP-OXT in ejaculates from boars used in artificial insemination (AI) programs aiming to evaluate its relationship with sperm quality variables and in vivo fertility of their liquid-stored AI-semen. The fertility outcomes of inseminated sows were recorded in terms of (1) percentage of farrowing sows over total inseminated (farrowing rates) and (2) the total number of piglets born per litter (litter size). Influence of hormone supplementation to extended semen on artificial insemination, uterine contractions, establishment of a sperm reservoir, and fertility in swine. It is naturally produced by the body in a brain region known as the hypothalamus and secreted by the pituitary gland. Reproduction. 2019;137:27. Water intoxication with convulsions, which is caused by the inherent antidiuretic effect of oxytocin, is a serious complication that may occur if large doses (40 to 50 milliunits/minute) are infused for long periods. Early amniotomy and early oxytocin for prevention of, or therapy for, delay in first stage spontaneous labour compared with routine care. Statistical differences were defined as P<0.05. Following intravenous administration of oxytocin, uterine response occurs almost immediately and subsides within 1 hour. Pig fertility, being a polytocous species, is measured by the farrowing rate and also by the number of piglets born per litter (total litter size). Differences in libido could be a cause. When properly administered, oxytocin should stimulate uterine contractions comparable to those seen in normal labor. Lpez-Arjona M, Tecles F, Mateo SV, Contreras-Aguilar MD, Martnez-Mir S, Cern JJ, Martnez-Subiela S. Biology (Basel). Firstly, ShapiroWilk test was used to evaluate the assumption of normality in the residual data for each statistical parameter. Because of the variability of the combinations of factors which may be present in the conditions listed above, the definition of "unusual circumstances" must be left to the judgment of the physician. It plays an important role in various functions, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and reproduction. [26] in men, which found that SP-OXT concentrations were not related to the motility and morphology of fresh sperm. The assay showed an adequate accuracy and precision and does not need a previous extraction step. Lpez-Arjona M, Mateo SV, Escribano D, Tecles F, Cern JJ, Martnez-Subiela S. Domest Anim Endocrinol. Jordi Roca. Months: mos. Semin Cell Dev Biol. Therefore, the measurement of the SP concentrations of OXT could lead to a better selection of boars used in AI programs, contributing to the successful improvement of AI efficiency. https://doi.org/10.3109/01485019808988540. Robin Elise Weiss, PhD, MPH is a professor, author, childbirth and postpartum educator, certified doula, and lactation counselor. 4C). ; Methodology: L.P., M.L-A. Epididymal oxytocin in the rat: its origin and regulation. Although no studies have measured the concentration of oxytocin in the different segments of the male genital tract, it is reasonable to think that the concentration of OXT in SP was positively related to the total amount secreted by the different male reproductive tissues and, therefore, to the contractile capacity of the smooth muscle of these tissues. The results showed that SP-OXT differed between boars and between ejaculates within boar (P<0.05) but not between breeds (Duroc, Pietrain, Landrace and Large White). 2. Small amounts of the drug probably reach the fetal circulation. 10 Units/mL, Pitocin So, how do I know so much about Pitocin? Am J Obstet Gynecol 1984; 150:225228. Sperm motility was evaluated using a computer assisted sperm analyzer (CASA, ISASV1, Proiser R+D S.L., Paterna, Spain). When oxytocin is used for induction or reinforcement of already existent labor, patients should be carefully selected. This hypothesis would be supported by the in vitro experiments carried out by Bodanszky et al. Pitocin may contain up to 16% of total impurities. Cell Tissue Res. Broekhuijse MLWJ, Feitsma H, Gadella BM. 2021 Apr 1;17(1):140. doi: 10.1186/s12917-021-02838-5. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0093-691X(99)00032-1. WebPitocin is a synthetic version of a hormone called oxytocin. The SP concentration of OXT varied widely (P<0.001) among boars (inter-boar variability), ranging from 3.41 to 47.92ng/mL (Fig. https://doi.org/10.1530/rep.1.00160. Entire ejaculates were collected using a semi-automatic collection method (Collectis, IMV Technologies, LAigle, France) and those used in the experiments exceeded the quantity and sperm quality thresholds for production of semen AI-doses. 1998;49(4):82936. National Partnership for Women and Families. The fluorescence intensity was measured through the EnSpire Multimode Plate Reader. Treatment of swine summer infertility syndrome by means of oxytocin under field conditions. Porcine seminal protein-I and II mRNA expression in boar spermatozoa is significantly correlated with fertility. 2005;322(1):4352. Article Yeste M. State-of-the-art of boar sperm preservation in liquid and frozen state. Oxytocin promotes contractions by increasing the intracellular Ca2+. Theriogenology. WebThe estrous cycle in cattle is complex and regulated by several hormones and organs (see Figure 1). This data indicated that the percent of litters with one or more still births was increased in each of the farms when oxytocin was given to the sow some time during the birth process (Figure 1). Moreover, the presence of OXT in semen has also been documented in men [26, 27] and stallions [23] and a putative role of SP-OXT on both sperm functionality and female genital tract performance has been suggested [27]. Theriogenology. Verywell Family's content is for informational and educational purposes only. The other sperm parameters were assessed by flow cytometry (BD FACS Canto II flow cytometer, Becton Dickinson & Company, Franklin Lakes, NJ, USA). Google Scholar. Oh, and cervidil (also used for inductions) is made with pig SEMEN. The desired pattern can be different for each woman. Oxytocin in bovine saliva: validation of two assays and changes in parturition and at weaning. Cell Tissue Res. Overdosage with oxytocin depends essentially on uterine hyperactivity whether or not due to hypersensitivity to this agent. Violin plots displaying oxytocin (ng/mL) concentration levels and its distribution in seminal plasma (SP-OXT) of entire ejaculates (n=72) from 18 artificial insemination boars (four ejaculates per boar). Mostafa et al. MeatsPad podcasts series w/Dr. In the first trimester, curettage is generally considered primary therapy. Anim. Unless otherwise specified, reagents and equipment for OXT measurements were from PerkinElmer (Waltham, MA, USA) and fluorochromes for sperm analyses from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Waltham, MA, USA). Lpez-Arjona M, Mainau E, Navarro E, Contreras-Aguilar MD, Escribano D, Mateo SV, Manteca X, Cern JJ, Martnez-Subiela S. BMC Vet Res. The decision can be made only by carefully weighing the potential benefits which oxytocin can provide in a given case against rare but definite potential for the drug to produce hypertonicity or tetanic spasm. [47] in pigs, which showed that OXT is particularly active in the accessory glands, more specifically in the prostate. 2019;138:318. Pitocin is indicated for the initiation or improvement of uterine contractions, where this is desirable and considered suitable for reasons of fetal or maternal concern, in order to achieve vaginal delivery. Hhn U, Fritzsch M, Dahms R. Control of fertility outcome in artificially inseminated gilts and old sows. Package insert / product label The parameters assessed were: (1) ejaculate volume, (2) sperm concentration, (3) total sperm count, (4) sperm morphology, (5) sperm motility (total and progressive), (6) integrity of plasma and acrosomal sperm membranes (sperm viability), (7) intracellular generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) by viable spermatozoa and (8) membrane lipid disorder of viable spermatozoa. 2018 Oct;80(10):e22871. 1987;120(3):98694. Similarly, a wide variability (P<0.001) in the SP concentrations OXT was found among ejaculates from a same boar (intra-boar variability). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Par Pharmaceutical at 1-800-828-9393 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or www.fda.gov/medwatch. Accessibility Recuero S, Fernandez-Fuertes B, Bonet S, Barranco I, Yeste M. Potential of seminal plasma to improve the fertility of frozen-thawed boar spermatozoa. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics. After this incubation time, 26L of Merocyanine 540 (M-540, 0.1mmol/L in DMSO) was added to each semen sample and incubated for at 38C in darkness another 2min. https://doi.org/10.21451/1984-3143-AR895. Privacy However, the physician should be aware of the fact that oxytocin even in its pure form has inherent pressor and antidiuretic properties which may become manifest when large doses are administered. 2019;137:3642. There are no animal or human studies on the carcinogenicity and mutagenicity of this drug, nor is there any information on its effect on fertility. A total of 101 litters were evaluated from the first farm and 373 litters were evaluated in the second trial. I. The data reported in the present study showed that OXT was present at measurable concentrations in the SP from all ejaculates analyzed, with the highest volume ejaculates and those from the youngest boars showing the highest concentrations. Okazaki T, Ikoma E, Tinen T, Akiyoshi T, Mori M, Teshima H. Addition of oxytocin to semen extender improves both sperm transport to the oviduct and conception rates in pigs following AI. Synthetic If material is not included in the article's Creative Commons licence and your intended use is not permitted by statutory regulation or exceeds the permitted use, you will need to obtain permission directly from the copyright holder. Druart X, Rickard JP, Mactier S, Kohnke PL, Kershaw-Young CM, Bathgate R, et al. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Accordingly, the present study aimed to, apparently for the first time, (1) characterize the concentrations of OXT in pig-SP and (2) evaluate the putative relationship between SP-OXT concentrations with sperm quality and function as well as with in vivo fertility AI-outcomes. To improve AI-efficiency, the latest trends point towards to a reduction in both the sperm numbers per AI-dose and the number of AIs performed per sow, which will lead to more than 6,000 sows being inseminated each year with semen from a single boar [4, 5]. To view a copy of this licence, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Oxytocin is the hormone that naturally induces labor. Front Endocrinol. Synthetic, For Intravenous Infusion It could be postulated that the local action of OXT would be more active in the accessory glands (adds volume to ejaculates) than in the epididymis (adds sperm to ejaculates). Willenburg KL, Miller GM, Rodriguez-Zas SL, Knox RV. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00441-004-0968-5. Parrilla I, del Olmo D, Sijses L, Martinez-Alborcia MJ, Cuello C, Vazquez JM, et al. Antepartum use of Pitocin is contraindicated in any of the following circumstances: Pitocin, when given for induction of labor or augmentation of uterine activity, should be administered only by the intravenous route and with adequate medical supervision in a hospital. A 2011 review of studies found that, on average, Pitocin results in a relatively small decrease in total labor time (about two hours). https://doi.org/10.1095/biolreprod63.2.448. It makes us want to socialize, which further increases our oxytocin production, which then makes us feel good so we continue to seek out relationships with others. Sci Rep. 2017;7(1):17222. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-017-17674-7. 2: addition of oxytocin to boar semen. New in-depth analytical approach of the porcine seminal plasma proteome reveals potential fertility biomarkers. This causes contractions to WebNeurophysin 1 specifically binds oxytocin. Cookies policy. WebHormones made of short chains of amino acids are called _____ hormones. These properties are thought to be due to the fact that oxytocin and vasopressin differ in regard to only two of the eight amino acids (see PRECAUTIONS section). The standard solution for infusion of Pitocin is prepared by adding the contents of one 1-mL vial containing 10 units of oxytocin to 1000 mL of 0.9% aqueous sodium chloride or Ringer's lactate. In contrast, this same study indicated that 88% of stillbirths were recorded before the 5th pig was born when sows were administered a single dose of oxytocin after the first pig was born. One of the main uses of the drug is to treat prolonged, difficult, or obstructed labor (labor dystocia), especially when doing so may reduce rates of cesarean sections. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD009241.pub3, Declercq ER, Sakala C, Corry MP, Applebaum S, Herrlich A. More research is required to elucidate this matter. Pitocin is a synthetic version of the pregnancy hormone oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract. 2011;66:1122. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. The following adverse reactions have been reported in the fetus or neonate: Premature ventricular contractions and other arrhythmias. Ejaculates with higher SP-OXT concentration/mL (hierarchically grouped; P<0.001) had larger volume and came from younger boars (P<0.05). PubMed Pitocin is a nonapeptide found in pituitary extracts from mammals. It is standardized to contain 10 units of oxytocic hormone/mL and contains 0.5% Chlorobutanol, a chloroform derivative as a preservative, 1.65 mg acetic acid and 0.16 mg ammonium acetate as buffers, and with the pH adjusted with acetic acid to achieve a targeted pH of 3.5. A hierarchical cluster analysis was performed to classify the boars into groups according to fertility outcomes. Where there is significant cephalopelvic disproportion; In unfavorable fetal positions or presentations, such as transverse lies, which are undeliverable without conversion prior to delivery; In obstetrical emergencies where the benefit-to-risk ratio for either the fetus or the mother favors surgical intervention; In fetal distress where delivery is not imminent; Where adequate uterine activity fails to achieve satisfactory progress; Where the uterus is already hyperactive or hypertonic; In cases where vaginal delivery is contraindicated, such as invasive cervical carcinoma, active herpes genitalis, total placenta previa, vasa previa, and cord presentation or prolapse of the cord; In patients with hypersensitivity to the drug. Moreover, the boars were also grouped into three further sub-groups according to deviations in total litter size: positive (from 0.22 to 0.83 piglets, n=6), without (from 0.15 to 0.11 piglets, n=8) and negative (from 0.22 to 0.42 piglets, n=4) deviation (Fig. During the end of pregnancy, the release of oxytocin stimulates the muscles of the uterus. Entire ejaculates were collected from mature (ranging from 9 to 35months [mos.]) The results of the first experiment revealed that OXT was present in boar SP at higher concentrations than in SP of men [26, 27] and stallions [23]. 2021;74:106562. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.domaniend.2020.106562. PubMed Central A hierarchical cluster analysis was performed to classify ejaculates into groups according to seminal OXT concentration and two groups were generated, one with higher and other with lower SP-OXT samples. 8600 Rockville Pike https://doi.org/10.1080/01652176.2012.735126. Noteworthy, the measured concentrations of OXT in single SP samples (one ejaculate per boar) varied between boars but not between breeds. Oxytocin and tumor necrosis factor alpha stimulate expression of prostaglandin E2 synthase and secretion of prostaglandin E2 by luminal epithelial cells of the porcine endometrium during early pregnancy. The action of sexual intercourse in stimulating labour is unclear, it may in part be due to the physical stimulation of the lower uterine segment, or endogenous release of oxytocin as a result of orgasm or from the direct action of prostaglandins in semen. The sows were housed in different Spanish farms but subjected to the same management system. In Experiment 1, one-way ANOVA was used to investigate inter-breed, inter-boar variability on SP-OXT concentrations and intra-boar reliability was assessed by intra-class correlation (ICC) in a two-way mixed approach (ICC 3,1). 2007 Mar;1098:312-22. doi: 10.1196/annals.1384.006. Data from a prospective study indicated that stillbirths per litter were significantly increased after the administration of a single dose of oxytocin (Table 1). Oxytocin and vasopressin expression in the ovine testis and epididymis: changes with the onset of spermatogenesis. A-B: Bar charts showing the deviation in farrowing rate (A) and litter size (B), measured in terms of direct boar effect, for each of the boars under evaluation. This is known as augmentation of labor. The total dose should not exceed 30 units in a 12-hour period due to the risk of water intoxication. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-021-00620-z, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-021-00620-z. Number of intrapartum stillborn piglets per litter with various variables born to control and oxytocin-treated sows. https://doi.org/10.1111/rda.12558. Theriogenology. Oxytocin is an age-specific circulating hormone that is necessary for muscle maintenance and regeneration. Pitocin (oxytocin injection, USP) is a sterile, clear, colorless aqueous solution of synthetic oxytocin, for intravenous infusion or intramuscular injection. Changes in oxytocin concentrations in saliva of pigs after a transport and during lairage at slaughterhouse. Generic name: oxytocin The possibility of increased blood loss and afibrinogenemia should be kept in mind when administering the drug. The authors of this manuscript thank to AIM Iberica (Topigs Norsvin Espaa) for providing both boar ejaculates and fertility records.

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