Recombinant Human Oxytocin-neurophysin 1 (OXT)
Recombinant Human Oxytocin-neurophysin 1 (OXT) to a synthesized form of oxytocin, a hormone produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland. Oxytocin plays essential roles in reproductive physiology, social bonding, and emotional regulation. In its recombinant form, OXT is produced through genetic engineering techniques and can be used for research, therapeutic, or biotechnological purposes
Applications
Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage
Oxytocin is effective in preventing and treating postpartum hemorrhage, a significant cause of maternal mortality. Recombinant OXT can be administered prophylactically or therapeutically to reduce blood loss after childbirth.
Breastfeeding Support
Oxytocin plays a crucial role in lactation by promoting milk ejection (let-down reflex) and facilitating maternal-infant bonding. Recombinant OXT may be used to enhance breastfeeding initiation and support milk production in lactating mothers.
Biotechnology
Oxytocin has applications in biotechnology, including the production of recombinant proteins and peptides, drug delivery systems, and hormone replacement therapies. Recombinant OXT can be used in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals.
Features
Versatility
Oxytocin has diverse physiological effects and applications, including labor induction, breastfeeding support, social bonding enhancement, and therapeutic interventions in mental health disorders. Recombinant OXT can be used across various medical specialties and research fields.
Ease of Administration
Recombinant OXT can be administered via intravenous, intramuscular, or intranasal routes, providing flexibility in dosing and delivery methods depending on the clinical indication or research protocol.
Clinical Efficacy
Oxytocin is widely used in clinical practice for labor induction, augmentation, and management of postpartum hemorrhage. Recombinant OXT offers comparable efficacy to endogenous oxytocin, making it suitable for use in obstetric and maternal healthcare settings.