Compound atlas
Sexual health

Oxytocin

HormonePrescription drug
Half-life
0.1h
approx. mean t½
Dose range
10–40 IU
typical, not prescriptive
Category
Sexual health
primary use-case
Single-dose decay
t½ = 6m · first-order model
~24m
to clear
1× t½
50%
remaining
2× t½
25%
remaining
~4× t½
6%
remaining
0%25%50%75%100%0m1.2h2.4h3.6h4.8h6h

How a single dose clears, assuming first-order elimination. The half-life is the biggest driver of how often you dose — start a cycle to see your own cumulative concentration curve.

Overview

The 'bonding' hormone, studied (often intranasally) for social connection, mood, and intimacy. A prescription hormone.

Mechanism of action

Activates oxytocin receptors influencing social bonding, trust, and smooth-muscle contraction.

Typical protocol

10–40 IU intranasal as needed; very short-acting.

Storage

Refrigerated; protect from light.

Disclaimer

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