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Oxytocin/lactated ringers premix (By injection)

Lactated Ringer's Solution (LAK-tay-ted RING-ers soe-LUE-shon), Oxytocin (ox-i-TOE-sin)

Helps cause or strengthen labor contractions during childbirth. Also helps control bleeding after delivery.

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When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
• A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you have had major surgery on the uterus or cervix or if you had serious complications with a previous delivery.
• This medicine may cause the following problems:
  • High blood pressure
  • Spasms or damage to the uterus

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
• Sudden, severe headache
• Unusual bleeding or bruising

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Nausea, vomiting

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 9/6/2024