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Pitocin and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Pitocin (oxytocin).

Moderate

Oxytocin High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

oxytocin - vascular dysfunction

Hypertensive events, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and arrhythmias have occurred during oxytocin therapy. Oxytocin possesses presser activity. Caution is advised in patients with uncontrolled hypertension or cerebrovascular dysfunction.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Syntocinon (oxytocin)." Sandoz Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  2. (2004) "Product Information. Pitocin (oxytocin)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals Group

Pitocin drug interactions

There are 259 drug interactions with Pitocin (oxytocin).

Pitocin disease interactions

There are 2 disease interactions with Pitocin (oxytocin) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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