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Nootropic & Neuro

Oxytocin Protocol

Dosing & Research

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

Chemical Identity
Amino Acid Sequence
Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH2 (Cys1-Cys6 disulfide bridge)
Molecular Formula
C43H66N12O12S2
Molecular Weight
1007.19 g/mol
CAS Number
50-56-6

Social-bonding research, Labor and lactation physiology, Stress/anxiety modulation, Sexual function studies

Half-Life
Approximately 3-5 minutes in plasma
Administration
Intranasal
Frequency
1-3x daily as needed; or 30-60 min before activity

How It Works

  • Social-bonding research
  • Labor and lactation physiology
  • Stress/anxiety modulation
  • Sexual function studies

Dosing Structure

Dose
50 mcg as needed
Frequency
1-3x daily as needed; or 30-60 min before activity
Notes
Intranasal only. Social/Cognitive: 40–67 mcg 1-2x per day, taken 30–60 minutes before social interactions. Intimacy: 33–67 mcg taken 30 minutes before intimacy. Dosing converted from IU (1 IU ≈ 1.67 mcg). Intranasal delivery is the primary research-supported route. No strict cycling; periodic breaks recommended.

Example Protocols

Dose: 50 mcg as needed
Frequency: 1-3x daily as needed; or 30-60 min before activity
Duration: As Needed
Off Period: Not listed
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Protocol Notes

Intranasal only.
Social/Cognitive: 40–67 mcg 1-2x per day, taken 30–60 minutes before social interactions.
Intimacy: 33–67 mcg taken 30 minutes before intimacy.
Dosing converted from IU (1 IU ≈ 1.67 mcg).
Intranasal delivery is the primary research-supported route.
No strict cycling; periodic breaks recommended.

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