Oxytocin (10mg)

$33.00

Oxytocin is a nonapeptide hormone composed of nine amino acids that is synthesized in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland.

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Oxytocin Product Description

Oxytocin is a hormone produced in the hypothalamus that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth and milk ejection during breastfeeding. It is often called the “love hormone” because research shows it promotes social bonding, trust, and emotional attachment. The neuropeptide functions as both a hormone and neurotransmitter, influencing various social behaviors and biological processes in laboratory studies.

The classification of oxytocin as solely a neurohypophysial hormone is becoming increasingly outdated as scientific understanding evolves. Contemporary research demonstrates that oxytocin functions more accurately as a multifaceted signaling peptide with both central and peripheral actions.

Peptide Information

Property	Value
Peptide Sequence	Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH2 (disulfide bridge: 1-6)
Molecular Formula	C43H66N12O12S2
Molecular Weight	1007.2 g/mol
CAS Number	50-56-6
PubChem CID	439302
Synonyms	Endopituitrina, Ocytocin, Oxytocinum, Orasthin

Oxytocin Peptide Structure

Source: PubChem

Lyophilized Peptides:

These peptides are freeze-dried, a process that not only extends shelf life but also preserves the purity and integrity of the peptides during storage. We do not use any fillers in this process.

Product Usage:

This PRODUCT IS INTENDED AS A RESEARCH CHEMICAL ONLY. This designation allows the use of research chemicals strictly for in vitro testing and laboratory experimentation only. All product information available on this website is for educational purposes only. This product should only be handled by licensed, qualified professionals. This product is not a drug, food, or cosmetic and may not be misbranded, misused or mislabeled as a drug.