Induction of labour by low amniotomy and oral administration of a solution compared to a tablet of prostaglandin E2

Labour was induced in 35 women by low amniotomy and the simultaneous oral administration of prostaglandin E₂ tablets (0.5 mg) hourly. The results of this group are compared to those of a similar number of patients who had labour induced by low amniotomy and the simultaneous administration of oral prostaglandin E₂ solution. There were no clinically significant differences between the two groups. Both methods are effective adjuncts to low amniotomy for the induction of labour, with an acceptable incidence of side effects.