Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 1:53 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 1:53 PM
NCT ID:
NCT00529295
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this study was to estimate the safety and efficacy of titrated oral misoprostol compared with vaginal route for labor induction at term.
Detailed Description:
Oral misoprostol absorption is more rapid and possible more predictable, with a peak serum concentration following oral administration of 34 minutes and a half-life of 20-40 minutes. Peak serum concentration for vaginal administration is 60-80 minutes, this level being sustained for up to four hours. Although the direct local effect of vaginal administration on cervical ripening may be advantageous, the shorter half-life of oral delivery may be beneficial in the event of uterine hyperstimulation.In order to avoid uterine hyperstimulation, it appears reasonable to suggest that oral misoprostol should be administered in small, frequent doses, titrated against the uterine response.
Study:
NCT00529295
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00529295