Labor Induction: Oxytocin vs. Prostaglandins

We are studying whether oxytocin is as safe as prostaglandins for inducing labor in women with an unfavorable cervix. This trial will help us understand the risks and benefits of both methods.

>2 yearsConfirmation phase (III)Monitoring phase (IV)No PlaceboStandard MedicinesOralInjectionGynecology and Obstetrics

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Angusta®
Oxytocine Panpharma
Oxytocine Panpharma is a medicine used to start or strengthen labor and to help control bleeding after childbirth.
Propess
Propess is a medicine used to help start labor by softening and opening the cervix when labor needs to be induced.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Dinoprostone
Dinoprostone is a substance that softens and opens the cervix to induce labor and assist childbirth.
Misoprostol
Misoprostol is a substance that causes uterine contractions and is used to induce labor, control postpartum bleeding, and terminate pregnancies.
Oxytocin
Oxytocin is a hormone that helps start and strengthen labor contractions and control bleeding after childbirth.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Angusta
Cervidil
Cervidil

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Centre Hospitalier Regional D'Angers
Gynaecology-Obstetrics
Angers, France
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Bordeaux
Gynaecology-Obstetrics
Bordeaux, France
University Hospital Of Clermont-Ferrand
Gynaecology-Obstetrics
Clermont-Ferrand, France
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Regional Universitaire De Tours
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

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