A popular preinduction cervical ripening agent that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of peptic ulcers is ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Misoprostol (Cytotec)
This synthetic prostaglandin tablet is used primarily for the prevention of peptic ulcers. Be-cause of its low cost, stability, and ease of use, many facilities use this medication for cervical ripening and the induction of labor. The manufacturer does not intend to seek FDA approval for other indications; however, ACOG supports its use for these purposes.
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