Anticholinergics for cervical edema in labor
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests if a medication (diphenhydramine) can help reduce swelling in the cervix during labor for first-time mothers. It may make labor progress more smoothly.
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Who can take part
- This is your first baby (first-time mother).
- You are pregnant with one baby (not twins or more).
- You are at least 34 weeks pregnant.
- Your water has broken (ruptured membranes).
- Your baby's heart rate tracing is normal (Category I).
- You are in active labor with your cervix at least 6 cm dilated.
- You are not allergic to diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
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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