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Review
. 1979 Mar;6(1):53-63.

Drugs for inhibition of premature labor

J R Niebyl
  • PMID: 38929
Review

Drugs for inhibition of premature labor

J R Niebyl. Clin Perinatol. 1979 Mar.

Abstract

Effective inhibition of premature labor depends on prompt initiation of treatment. The author discusses factors initiating parturition, and the benefits and risks for mother and child of administration of alcohol, beta adrenergic agents, magnesium sulfate, and other agents that may counteract them.

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