New study tests smarter epidural dosing to ease labor pain
NCT ID NCT06494280
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This trial compares two ways of giving epidural pain relief during labor: giving a small dose every hour (bolus) versus a continuous drip. The goal is to see which method reduces sudden breakthrough pain in first-time mothers. About 240 women will take part, and their pain levels will be tracked throughout labor.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- bupivacaine and fentanyl (epidural)
- What this could lead to
- If the bolus method works better, it could mean fewer episodes of severe pain during labor for first-time mothers.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial focused on a specific group (nulliparous women). Results may not apply to all labors, and the difference between methods might be small.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Holy Family Hospital
RECRUITINGNazareth, Israel
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