Oxytocin is an endogenous neuropeptide consisting of nine amino acids, synthesized in the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland. Often called the "love hormone" or "bonding hormone," it plays a critical role in social bonding, maternal behavior, childbirth, and lactation. Oxytocin acts via specific oxytocin receptors to stimulate uterine contractions during labor, facilitate milk ejection during breastfeeding, and promote trust, empathy, and affiliative behaviors. It also modulates stress responses, anxiety, and cardiovascular function. In pharmacological research, oxytocin and its synthetic analogs (e.g., Pitocin) are used to study social behavior, stress pathways, and potential therapeutic applications for conditions like autism, depression, and postpartum hemorrhage. Its multifunctional roles underscore its significance in both physiological regulation and translational medicine.

Chemical Formula: C43H66N12O12S2

Molecular Weight: 1007.20

Sequence: Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH2(Disulfidebridge:Cys1-Cys6)

Purity: From crude to 98%

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