European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Mar 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialA double blind, randomized trial on augmentation of labour with a combination of intravenous propranolol and oxytocin versus oxytocin only.
To compare the combination of intravenous propranolol and oxytocin with oxytocin only in augmentation of labour. ⋯ Propranolol (2 or 4 mg i.v.) combined with oxytocin, as treatment for arrested labour did not affect the Caesarean section rate compared with placebo plus oxytocin. The percentage proportion of the augmented part of labour was significantly shorter after propranolol. Propranolol was safe for the neonates and can be used as an additional medication among parturients with arrested labour.