Oxytocin
The hormone of bonding, trust and calm.
iThe essentials in 10 seconds
- Natural hormone of bonding, trust and attachment
- Modulates reactivity to stress and relational well-being
- Subcutaneous administration, in a supervised setting
- Pathway explored in social bonding, anxiety and certain relational disorders
IWhat is Oxytocin?
Oxytocin is a hormone produced by the brain, involved in attachment, trust, emotion recognition and stress relief. It plays a central role in relationships (mother-child, couple, group) and modulates the stress axis. Its medical use explores social bonding and emotional regulation.
Hormone for supervised use. Data on its relational uses remain exploratory; psychological or mind-body support is often combined.
The molecules presented on this site are innovative and fall under experimental use. Human data remain limited: a studied mechanism or a preclinical observation is not sufficient to demonstrate a benefit. The regulatory status in Morocco is not established for most of these peptides. Any use is decided within the framework of a medical consultation, with follow-up — never alone, never without an assessment.
IIThe benefits
Supports attachment behaviors and the quality of relationships.
May increase trust and reduce social fear in a supervised setting.
Modulates reactivity to stress and promotes calm.
Helps recognize and regulate emotions and reactivity.
Contributes to a state of relaxation and inner safety.
Combines with mind-body or relational work.
IIIRecommendations & how to use
Route: subcutaneous injection (abdomen) as prescribed · Frequency: according to the individualized protocol · Storage: refrigerated (2–8 °C).
Administration takes place within a care setting (combined relational/mind-body support).
| Dosage | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 mg | Provided on request |
Prices are not published online: they are provided on request, during a consultation or by telephone.
IVThe two protocols
Objective: support bonding and relational openness in a supervised setting.
Monitoring: relational experience, tolerance.
Objective: promote relaxation and stress regulation.
The setting and the relationship matter as much as the molecule.
VProtocol rules
- Combine mind-body / relational work
- Regular sleep and breathing
- Note experiences and effects
- Respect the care setting
- Store vials in the refrigerator
- No self-injection without medical training
- Do not expect an isolated effect without support
- Do not exceed the prescribed dose
- Pregnancy (outside obstetric indication): medical advice
- Never mix peptides in the same vial
VIYour journey in 3 steps
Assessment, definition of the care setting, injection training, protocol provided.
Injections according to the protocol, monitoring of experience and support.
Review of experience, decision on next steps.
VIISide effects & level of evidence
- Nausea, abdominal discomfort
- Headache
- Hyponatraemia at high dose (monitor sodium)
- Uterine contractions
- Facial flushing
- Preterm pregnancy (outside obstetric indication)
- Known hyponatraemia or SIADH
- Hypersensitivity
- Caution with other hyponatraemia-inducing drugs
Non-exhaustive list based on the available literature and known class effects; it replaces neither a product label nor an individual medical assessment.
VIIIPublications & references
- The physiology and pharmacology of oxytocin in labor and in the peripartum periodUvnäs-Moberg K · Am J Obstet Gynecol · 2024 · PMID 38462255
- Oxytocin in neurodevelopmental disorders: Autism spectrum disorder and Prader-Willi syndromeJosselsohn et al. · Pharmacol Ther · 2024 · PMID 39455012
- Oxytocin and OlfactionOettl LL, Kelsch W · Curr Top Behav Neurosci · 2018 · PMID 28812265
Documentary references: the existence of a publication establishes neither efficacy nor safety for personal use. The regulatory status in Morocco must be verified.