Oxytocin
Also known as: OT, Love Hormone, Pitocin, Syntocinon
Oxytocin is the brain's primary social and bonding neuropeptide — often called the 'love hormone' or 'cuddle chemical.' It modulates trust, empathy, pair bonding, sexual behavior, social memory, and maternal behavior. Beyond its social functions, oxytocin has documented effects on anxiety reduction, pain modulation, gut motility, sexual function, and metabolic regulation. Research applications include autism spectrum disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, and sexual dysfunction.
Regulatory & Approval Status
Oxytocin is an FDA-approved medication used primarily to induce labor, control postpartum bleeding, and facilitate breastfeeding.
Information compiled from FDA compounding guidance and public regulatory sources. For research and educational purposes only; not medical advice.