Definition
Literally Oxytocic means, 'that deals with Oxytocin'.
Oxytocin is a hormone that comes into action during childbirth and lactation period.
Oxytocic herbs are those herbs that induces labor by stimulating contractions of the muscles of the uterus. These are also considered as Uterotonics.
Effect of Oxytocic on Body:
These herbs may stimulate Uterine Contraction during labor. They also reduce bleeding after delivery and tones the Uterus.