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Is Oxytocin a Controlled Substance? A Pharmacological Review

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In the United States, oxytocin is not classified as a controlled substance under the DEA's scheduling system [1.2.3, 1.2.4]. However, it is a powerful hormone medication that is only legally available with a prescription from a qualified healthcare provider [1.2.3, 1.11.4].