Use of Pethedine in Labor

Abstract

The aim is the study on the impact of Pethedine 4 hours before labor on newborn. Data was gathered based on the Apgar scores in first and fifth minutes after birth. Three groups of mothers were selected: without any use of Pethedine, use of Pethedine less than 4 hours before labor and use of Pethedine more than 4 hours before labor. The data was analyzed by using computer programs. There was no significant relationship between three groups.

Keywords

• labor; drug; newborn