Evening Primrose Oil to Start Labor
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking evening primrose oil can help start labor in women who are 38 or more weeks pregnant and need to be induced. If you meet the criteria, you may be able to participate and potentially avoid stronger labor medicines.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 38 weeks pregnant with a single baby (not twins or more).
- Your baby is head-down (head-first position).
- Your doctor has recommended that your labor be started (induced).
- Your cervix is not yet ready for labor (Bishop score less than 6 and opening less than 2 cm).
- You have not had certain types of previous uterine surgeries (like classical C-section or myomectomy) or cervical surgeries (like cone biopsy).
- You do not have a low-lying placenta or any reason that makes misoprostol or vaginal delivery unsafe for you.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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