Compares treatment options for Induced Labor
Official title Lactated Ringer's and Dextrose 5% vs Only Lactated Ringer's in Labor
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07124130
What this study is testing
What is 5% Dextrose (D5) in Normal Saline (NS)?
5% Dextrose (D5) in Normal Saline (NS) is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for induced labor.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to determine which of two types of standard intravenous (IV) fluids (a combination of 5% dextrose and Lactated Ringers solution and Lactated Ringers solution alone) has a better influence on labor when inducing labor in pregnant women. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Nulliparous women
- Age 18 years or older and able to provide informed consent
- Singleton pregnancy at term
- Induction of labor
- Cephalic presentation
You likely can't join if
- Age under 18 years
- Involuntarily confined or detained
- Considered as having diminished decision-making capacity
- Spontaneous labor (cervical exam between 5-6 cm) with or without ruptured membraned
- Favorable cervix (Bishop score \>6)
- Diabetes mellitus (both gestational and pre-gestational)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Nulliparous women
- Age 18 years or older and able to provide informed consent
- Singleton pregnancy at term
- Induction of labor
- Cephalic presentation
- Unfavorable cervix (Bishop score ≤ 6)
- Age under 18 years
- Involuntarily confined or detained
- Considered as having diminished decision-making capacity
- Spontaneous labor (cervical exam between 5-6 cm) with or without ruptured membraned
- Favorable cervix (Bishop score \>6)
- Diabetes mellitus (both gestational and pre-gestational)
- Structural renal disease
- Acute or chronic kidney disease resulting in abnormal creatinine or proteinuria
- Evidence of chorioamnionitis or non-reassuring fetal testing at the time of enrollment
- Pyrexia (\>38.0 degrees Celsius)
- Stillbirth
- Planned cesarean delivery
- Women presenting with emergent circumstances for labor induction
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Norfolk, Virginia, United States
- Modena, Italy
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Norfolk, Virginia, United States; Modena, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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