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Induction with tablet under the tongue?

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jurisfictionoperative · 07/04/2010 11:55

I am just sitting watching 'Portland Babies'.
One of the mothers has just been induced with a tablet under the tongue. I have never heard of this, is it new? I was induced twice using the prostaglandid gel, and found it very uncomfortable. The gel working directly on my cervix gave me a lot of discomfort, sharp knifelike pains which were not like proper contractions. I am assuming that this new method wouldnt have that effect? Mind you, I am also assuming that being The Portland Hospital, this treatment was private, and am wondering if this was available on the NHS?! I would love another baby, but I would not like another induction!

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EldonAve · 07/04/2010 12:02

It was probably misoprostol which isn't licenced for induction of labour in the UK iirc

Lulumaam · 07/04/2010 16:49

yes, misoprostol, actually contraindicated for induction and is linked to increased risk of maternal and neonatal mortality..

jurisfictionoperative · 08/04/2010 09:22

Cripes! Fancy showing that on such a posh tv programme!

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