Atosiban: how to take it safely
Tractocile
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Slows preterm labour for a short time to allow other treatments to work.
How to take it
It is given by drip into a vein by a doctor or midwife, after a first injection.
When to take it
Given for up to 48 hours, as your doctor decides.
Take it with
Not applicable.
What to avoid
Tell the team if you have rupture of the membranes or placenta problems.
Possible side effects
Nausea, headache, dizziness, flushing, a fast heartbeat.
Get help if
Heavy bleeding, chest pain, breathlessness or an allergic rash: tell the doctor or midwife straight away.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.