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Oxytocin Acetate

• Molecular Formula: C₄₅H₇₀N₁₂O₁₄S₂
Mechanism of Action
• Oxytocin Receptor Agonist: Oxytocin acetate is a synthetic analog of oxytocin, a hormone that plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, including childbirth and lactation. It acts as an agonist at the oxytocin receptor, which is a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) found in many peripheral tissues and specific brain areas.
• Uterine Contractions: During childbirth, oxytocin acetate stimulates the release of calcium ions, which in turn activates the contractile proteins in the smooth muscle of the uterus, leading to stronger and more frequent contractions.
• Milk Ejection: In lactation, oxytocin acetate promotes the release of milk by stimulating the smooth muscle cells of the milk-producing alveoli in the breast.
• Social Bonding and Behavior: Oxytocin acetate also influences social bonding and behavior by modulating the release of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can affect mood, trust, and social recognition.