1. Relating to or promoting the contraction of the uterus, especially during childbirth.
Usage: Medical/obstetric term

1. A substance or drug that stimulates uterine contractions, used to induce or accelerate labor.
Usage: Medical/obstetric term

Examples

• The doctor administered an oxytocic medication to help speed up the delivery.
• Oxytocic drugs are carefully monitored during labor to ensure safe use.
• The midwife discussed oxytocic options with the patient before induction.
• Certain herbs have been traditionally used for their oxytocic properties.
• Modern obstetrics relies on synthetic oxytocic agents for controlled labor management.