What do you think the doctors inject to induce delivery?

Doctors usually inject oxytocin to induce delivery. Oxytocin is a hormone that stimulates contractions of the uterus during childbirth.

In medical terms, inducing labor means starting the process of childbirth artificially. When a pregnancy goes beyond the due date or complications arise, doctors may use medicines or injections to help begin labor.

Common Injections and Medicines

• Oxytocin (Pitocin): Used most often to start contractions.
• Prostaglandins: Applied as gels or tablets to soften the cervix.
• Epidural injections: For pain relief during labor, not for induction.

Among these, oxytocin is the most widely used injection because it directly increases uterine contractions, making delivery possible.