A popular preinduction cervical ripening agent that is Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved 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.
Because 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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