Peptide Reference
Oxytocin
Oxytocin
A peptide hormone produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary. Known as the 'love hormone' or 'bonding hormone' with roles in social connection, sexual arousal, and childbirth.
Status
approved
Category
sexual health
Typical cost
$50-120/vial
Mechanism
Acts on oxytocin receptors in the brain and periphery. Facilitates social bonding, trust, and emotional connection. Enhances sexual arousal and orgasm intensity. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk ejection.
Potential benefits
- Enhanced intimacy
- Improved orgasm
- Reduced anxiety
- Better social connection
- Stress reduction
Reported side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Uterine contractions
- Breast tenderness
- Blood pressure changes
Common dosing references
intranasal
10-40 IU · As needed
Per use
sublingual
10-30 IU · As needed
Per use
Research notes
Oxytocin and sexual function
2014
Intranasal oxytocin improved sexual satisfaction and orgasm intensity in some studies
Regulatory and sourcing notes
FDA-approved (Pitocin) for labor induction and postpartum hemorrhage. Off-label use for sexual dysfunction is experimental.
Prescription for approved indications. Compounded nasal sprays available for off-label use. Quality varies.
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