Definition of "oxytocics" [oxytocics]

• Plural form of oxytocic. (noun)

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• "In some areas, misuse of hormones (oxytocics) to speed up birth narrows the blood vessels in the womb so much that the baby does not get enough oxygen."
• "Administration of oxytocics at any time before delivery in such a way that their effect cannot be controlled (3.5)."
• "The same holds true for the administration of other oxytocics, like prostaglandins, at any time before delivery in such a way that their effect cannot be controlled."