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oxytocin

Ligand Summary
Ligand Structure
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Description
A nonapeptide hormone released from the neurohypophysis (PITUITARY GLAND, POSTERIOR). It differs from VASOPRESSIN by two amino acids at residues 3 and 8. Oxytocin acts on SMOOTH MUSCLE CELLS, such as causing UTERINE CONTRACTIONS and MILK EJECTION.
Synonyms & Links
PubChem: 439302
ChEMBL: CHEMBL395429
DrugCentral: 2042
LyCHI:  SMK3PBJUT8PB


Target Activities