Pitocin

Pitocin is a brand name of oxytocin, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

PITOCIN (oxytocin - injectable; injection)

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  Manufacturer: JHP PHARMS
  
  Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
  
  Strength(s): 10USP UNITS/ML (10USP UNITS/ML) ^[RLD][AP]


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  Manufacturer: JHP PHARMS
  
  Approval date: July 27, 2007
  
  Strength(s): 100USP UNITS/10ML (10USP UNITS/ML) ^[AP]

Has a generic version of Pitocin been approved?

Yes. The following products are equivalent to Pitocin:

oxytocin injectable; injection

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  Manufacturer: TEVA PARENTERAL
  
  Approval date: January 24, 2008
  
  Strength(s): 100USP UNITS/10ML (10USP UNITS/ML) ^[AP]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Pitocin. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.

Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Pitocin.

See also...

• Pitocin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Pitocin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Pitocin Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Pitocin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
• Oxytocin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Oxytocin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Oxytocin Intravenous, Intramuscular Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Oxytocin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)