Molecular Formula: C45H71N11O14S2
Molecular weight: 1054.2 g/mol
CAS No: 914453-95-5
ATC Code: G02CX01
Drug Class: Vasopressin Inhibitor
General Properties:
Atosiban reduces the frequency of uterine contractions to delay pre-term birth in adult females and induces uterine quiescence 5,1. Atosiban is a synthetic peptide oxytocin antagonist 5,1. It resembles oxytocin with has modifications at the 1, 2, 4, and 8 positions.
Indication:
Atosiban is an inhibitor of the hormones oxytocin and vasopressin. It is used intravenously to halt premature labor. Although initial studies suggested it could be used as a nasal spray and hence would not require hospital admission, it is not used in that form.
