CAS number:
90779-69-4
Sequence
3-Mercaptopropionyl-D-Tyr(Et)-Ile-Thr-Asn-Cys-Pro-Orn-Gly-NH2
Molecular formula: C43H67N11O12S2
Molecular weight: 994.20 a.m.u.
Fields of Application
Treat a pre-term labour
Induce a delayed labour
Help prevent excessive blood loss after caesarean section
Description
Atosiban is an inhibitor of the hormones oxytocin and vasopressin. It is used as a labour repressant (tocolytic) to halt premature labor. As an oxytocin/vasopressin antagonist, Atosiban blocks the action of oxytocin and is able to prevent uterine contractions and relax the uterus.
Administration:
Regular injectable form.