Oxytocin Receptor Antagonist (Atosiban) in the Threat of Preterm Birth: Does It Have Any Effect on Breastfeeding in the Term Newborn?

Aim: Oxytocin is a hormone involved in the mechanism of breastfeeding, uterine contractions, and social relationships. Atosiban (competitive oxytocin antagonist) is one of the most commonly used tocolytics for the threat of preterm labor in Europe. The aim of this study is to determinate if the administration of atosiban has any influence in the type of feeding in the term newborn at discharge.