What It Is Used For

Oxytocin is released during touch, sex and bonding. Prescribed as a nasal spray, it is studied for social anxiety, low libido and arousal (for men and women), and mood. It is not a replacement for therapy or for treatment of a mood disorder; it is a supportive tool used with a provider.

How It Is Used

One to two sprays as needed, 20 to 30 minutes before, or on a daily schedule set by the provider. Effects are felt within the hour and last a few hours. Store refrigerated. $199 a month after a $50 consultation; ships overnight anywhere in New York or New Jersey.

Side Effects and Who Should Not

Nasal irritation, headache, mild nausea. Not for pregnancy, and not with certain heart or kidney conditions; the consultation screens. Compounded by prescription; not FDA-approved for these uses, and we say so.

Common Questions

Is oxytocin spray the same as PT-141?+

No. PT-141 works on desire in the brain; oxytocin works on bonding and arousal. Some people use both.

Does it work for social anxiety?+

Studies show modest effects for some people; it is not a treatment for an anxiety disorder.

Is it habit-forming?+

No.