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What are the downsides of oxytocin? Uncovering the risks and side effects

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Oxytocin, a hormone critical for childbirth and bonding, carries significant risks when administered synthetically, leading the Institute for Safe Medication Practices to classify it as a "High Alert Medication". Understanding **what are the downsides of oxytocin** is essential for patients and clinicians to navigate its therapeutic use safely.