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Labor and delivery: Pain medications
Introduction
Pudendal block
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Epidural block
Spinal block
Opioids
Local anesthetic injection
Nitrous oxide
Pudendal block
Content
Epidural block
Spinal block
Opioids
Local anesthetic injection
Nitrous oxide
Content
Many types of medications can ease pain during labor and delivery. Ideally, the drugs used are safe for mother and baby, don't interfere with labor and delivery, and provide good pain relief with few side effects.
This is a guide to medications used during labor and delivery. Work with your health care team to make the best decision for you and your baby.
