Pitocin Vial Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Blood Clotting Problem Called Afibrinogenemia
  • A Disorder With Excess Antidiuretic Hormone Called Syndrome Of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Rash
  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Collection Of Clotted Blood In The Pelvic Area
  • Heavy Bleeding After The Delivery Of A Baby
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Hives
  • Inflammation Of The Skin Due To An Allergy
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Seizures
  • Tearing Of The Uterus While Pregnant
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Undue Retention Of Water With Sodium Depletion
  • Ventricular Premature Beats

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

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