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Oxytocin

FDA: FDA-approved

Oxytocin is a neuropeptide hormone produced in the hypothalamus known as "the love hormone." It plays a key role in emotional bonding, social connection, anxiety relief, and intimacy support. FDA-approved for obstetric use (Pitocin), it is used off-label in peptide therapy for mood, social bonding, and sexual health. Neuropeptide hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary. Promotes bedtime bonding and emotional security. Activates calm-rest-digest (parasympathetic) circuitry and social safety signals. Reduces amygdala response, modulating fear and anxiety. Increases emotional connection and physical response. Reduces the need for artificial stimulation. - Social bonding and trust building - Anxiety reduction and emotional regulation

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Stacks containing Oxytocin

Calm & Connection Sleep

DSIP + Oxytocin + Selank

Feminine Vitality & Libido

PT-141 + Oxytocin + Selank (optional)

Libido Lightning

PT-141 (Bremelanotide) + Oxytocin + DSIP

28-day resets featuring Oxytocin

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FDA STATUS FDA-approved

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oxytocin?
Oxytocin is a neuropeptide hormone produced in the hypothalamus known as "the love hormone. " It plays a key role in emotional bonding, social connection, anxiety relief, and intimacy support.
How does Oxytocin work?
Neuropeptide hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary. Promotes bedtime bonding and emotional security. Activates calm-rest-digest (parasympathetic) circuitry and social safety signals.
How is Oxytocin dosed?
Intranasal: 5-20 IU 1-2x/day (most common); 10-50 IU depending on use case; SubQ: 5-20 IU as needed; Pre-intimacy: 10-20 IU intranasal; Pre-social: 10 IU intranasal before stressful meetings; Route: Intranasal (primary), SubQ. These figures reflect commonly cited research protocols, not medical advice — consult a clinician.
Is Oxytocin FDA-approved?
Oxytocin is FDA-approved. FDA-approved for obstetric use (Pitocin); Off-label for mood, social bonding, and intimacy support; Available via prescription in intranasal and injectable forms.