Oxytocin

Oxytocin

Catalog strength: 2mg/3ml

Research Overview

Overview: Oxytocin is a nonapeptide neurohormone synthesized in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland. While classically known for its roles in reproduction, it functions broadly as a multifunctional neuropeptide across the central nervous system and periphery. Mechanism of Action Binds oxytocin receptors (OXTR), G-protein coupled receptors distributed throughout the brain, uterus, mammary glands, and other tissues. Modulates social behavior, stress responses, pain perception, and metabolic pathways. Exhibits positive feedback loops in reproductive processes (e.g., labor contractions, lactation). Administration Routes Intranasal – commonly used in research for CNS effects due to blood-brain barrier penetration.

Research Findings

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CAS number: 50-56-6

Molar mass: 1007.19 g/mol

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