Which drug stops Post-Birth bleeding better? a Head-to-Head test
NCT ID NCT06970483
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This trial compares two medications—misoprostol (a pill placed under the tongue) and tranexamic acid (given through an IV)—to see which is more effective at preventing postpartum hemorrhage, or heavy bleeding, after a cesarean delivery. The study includes women aged 18-45 having a repeat planned cesarean section. Researchers will measure blood loss by comparing blood counts before and after surgery, along with other vital signs, to determine which drug offers better protection.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Two drugs are being compared: misoprostol (given under the tongue) and tranexamic acid (given by IV) to prevent excessive bleeding after cesarean birth.
- What this could lead to
- If one drug works better, it could become a standard way to prevent dangerous bleeding after cesarean sections, saving lives worldwide.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is relatively small and results may not apply to all births. Both drugs can have side effects, and neither may prove clearly better than the other.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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