Product Details: Oxytocin (Nasal Spray)

Oxytocin is a nonapeptide composed of nine amino acids. It is primarily synthesized in hypothalamic neurons, particularly within the supraoptic and paraventricular nuclei, and is released through the posterior pituitary in biological systems.

In addition to central production, oxytocin Nasal Spray has been identified in peripheral tissues such as the testes and ovaries. In research settings, oxytocin is being investigated for its potential involvement in neurological, cardiovascular, and metabolic processes in experimental models.

Mechanism of Action

In preclinical and experimental models, oxytocin is studied for its interaction with oxytocin receptors distributed across central and peripheral tissues.

Upon receptor binding, it may influence signaling pathways associated with:

• Social and behavioral responses
• Neurological activity
• Smooth muscle contraction pathways
• Hormonal regulation mechanisms

Researchers are also studying oxytocin nasal spray for its role in modulating stress-related pathways and neuroendocrine signaling under controlled conditions.

Properties of Oxytocin

• Chemical Formula: C43H66N12O12S2
• Molar Mass: 1007.19 g/mol
• CAS Number: 50-56-6
• IUPAC Name: (2S)-1-[(4R,7S,10S,13S,16S,19R)-19-amino-7-(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)-10-(3-amino-3-oxopropyl)-13-[(2S)-butan-2-yl]-16-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6,9,12,15,18-pentaoxo-1,4,7,10,13,16-hexaoxo-2-sulfonatospiro[4.5]dec-19-yl]-N-ethylpyrrolidine-2-carboxamide
• Synonyms: Oxytocin; Pitocin; Syntocinon

Research Applications

Neurobehavioral Research

Oxytocin is widely studied for its potential role in social interaction, bonding, and behavioral responses in experimental models. [1]

Reproductive System Study

Research explores oxytocin’s involvement in pathways related to uterine contractility and lactation signaling mechanisms in controlled laboratory settings. [2]

Stress and Anxiety Pathway Research

Oxytocin is being investigated for its interaction with stress-related neuroendocrine systems and its potential influence on anxiety-related responses. [3]

Cardiometabolic Research

Emerging studies are examining oxytocin’s potential involvement in cardiovascular and metabolic regulation pathways in experimental models. [4]

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References

1. Lee, Hyejin J., et al. “Oxytocin: the great facilitator of life.” Progress in Neurobiology 88.2 (2009): 127–151.
2. Gimpl, Gerd, and Falk Fahrenholz. “The oxytocin receptor system: structure, function, and regulation.” Physiological Reviews 81.2 (2001): 629–683.
3. Heinrichs, Markus, et al. “Social support and oxytocin interact to suppress cortisol and subjective responses to psychosocial stress.” Biological Psychiatry 54.12 (2003): 1389–1398.
4. Jankowski, Marek, et al. “Oxytocin and its receptors are synthesized in the rat vasculature.” Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 97.11 (2000): 6207–6211.