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What is used to start contacting after dilated to 3cm and no contractions?
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Oxytocin: Oxytocin also known as pitosin is used for labor induction or augmentation. Decision to use the medication during labor is made by treating md
Answered 3/30/2014
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Pitocin (oxytocin): Contracting agents like Pitocin (oxytocin) in an intravenous drip in a hospital setting is used to hasten uterus contractions as there's need for close monitoring of baby and mother.
Answered 9/29/2016
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