Induction of labour with prostaglandin E2 tablets.
The induction of labour with prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) tablets in two dosage regimens, and with desamino-oxy-tocin, has been studied in association with amniotomy. In multiparas at or near term and with a high Bishop score. PGE2 appears superior with regard to the induction-to-delivery interval and the duration of labour, but both preparations are highly effective in this respect. In nulliparas with a low Bishop score, however, intravenous oxytocin after amniotomy is the method of choice.
D002584:Cervix Uteri / Q000502:physiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007751:Labor, Induced; D010121:Oxytocin / Q000031:analogs & derivatives; D010298:Parity; D011247:Pregnancy; D011458:Prostaglandins E / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects; D013607:Tablets; D013997:Time Factors
D011458:Prostaglandins E; D013607:Tablets; D010121:Oxytocin