Drug reference
Carbetocin
Oxytocic · Uterotonic
OxytocicUterotonic
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
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not curated
INTERACTIONS
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none in our sources
PREGNANCY
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not curated
Mechanism
Carbetocin is a long-acting analogue of oxytocin. Like oxytocin, it acts by stimulating forceful contractions of the uterine muscle. This action helps to compress blood vessels within the uterus, thereby arresting hemorrhage from the placental site.
Indications
Prevention of postpartum hemorrhageTreatment of postpartum hemorrhagePrevention of uterine atony after caesarean section
Dosing
- Adult
- 100 μg intravenously
Pharmacokinetics
Duration
Longer-acting than oxytocin
Related guidelines
Other Oxytocic drugs
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Sources: BNF·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team