Administration: For the induction or augmentation of labour oxytocin injection may be given by slow intravenous infusion preferably by means of an infusion pump. A solution containing 5 unit in 500 mL of a physiological electrolyte such as 0.9% sodium chloride is generally recommended but more concentrated solutions may be given via infusion pump. For the treatment and prevention of postpartum haemorrhage oxytocin injection may be given by slow intravenous injection in a dose of 5 units; this may be followed in severe cases by intravenous infusion of 5 to 20 units in 500mL of a suitable non-hydrating diluent.