| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5582230 | International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia | 2016 | 22 Pages |
Abstract
Carbetocin is a new synthetic analogue of oxytocin. It has a longer half life than oxytocin. This review examines the current evidence for the use of carbetocin as an alternative to oxytocin, as a first-line agent in the pharmacological management of the third stage of labour.
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Authors
L.S. Meshykhi, M.R. Nel, D.N. Lucas,