noun
- Plural of oxytocic; substances or drugs that stimulate uterine contractions, especially during labor or childbirth.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term; Often used in obstetrics
Examples
- The obstetrician administered oxytocics to strengthen the contractions during labor.
- Oxytocics are commonly used to manage postpartum hemorrhage.
- Several oxytocics are available in clinical practice for inducing labor.
- The patient received oxytocics after delivery to help expel the placenta.
- Oxytocics must be used carefully under medical supervision.