Induction of labour with prostaglandin E2 tablets.

The induction of labour with prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) tablets in two dosage regimens, and with desamino-oxy-tocin, has been studied in association with amniotomy. In multiparas at or near term and with a high Bishop score. PGE2 appears superior with regard to the induction-to-delivery interval and the duration of labour, but both preparations are highly effective in this respect. In nulliparas with a low Bishop score, however, intravenous oxytocin after amniotomy is the method of choice.