Oxytocin (α-Hypophamine) acetate is a pleiotropic, hypothalamic peptide recognized for its roles in facilitating parturition, lactation, and prosocial behaviors. It can also act as a stress-coping molecule, offering anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and protective effects, particularly in situations of adversity or trauma.
- Significantly decreased rat core body temperature at 0.3 mg/kg compared to saline or lower doses.
- Increased body sniffing and ano-genital sniffing in rats compared to saline controls.
- Increased total time spent in social interaction in rats.