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Oxytocin manufacturing - Delhi High Court recently set aside a Central Government order

17 Dec 2018
WTN- The Delhi High Court recently set aside a Central Government order restraining private companies from manufacturing and selling oxytocin drug. Government of India had curbed on the production and sale of growth hormone oxytocin from July 1, 2018 with the contention that it can be misused  heavily in enhancing puberty among child victims of sex trafficking and boosting the growth of vegetables and fruits. The government restricted to only one public sector company, Karnataka Antibiotics and Pharmaceuticals Limited (KAPL).

Oxytocin was discovered by Henry Dale in 1906.  Its molecular structure was determined in 1952.

Oxytocin is a hormone that is involved in childbirth and breast-feeding. It is also associated with empathy, trust, and relationship-building. Oxytocin is a hormone is sometimes known as the "cuddle hormone" or the "love hormone," because it is released when people bond socially. Oxytocin increase during hugging and orgasm.  It may also have benefits as a treatment for a number of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and intestinal problems. Oxytocin counters the effects of cortisol, which is the known as the stress hormone. –Window To News