Which drug is better for low BP in C-Sections? new study has answers
NCT ID NCT07153601
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compared two medications, norepinephrine and phenylephrine, for treating low blood pressure during spinal anesthesia in C-sections. 46 women were randomly given one of the two drugs when their blood pressure dropped. Both drugs worked well, but norepinephrine kept the heart rate more stable, while phenylephrine caused a slower heart rate. The results suggest norepinephrine may be a better choice for managing this common complication.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- norepinephrine and phenylephrine
- What this could lead to
- If confirmed, norepinephrine could become the preferred drug for managing low blood pressure during C-sections, offering better heart rate stability.
- What could go wrong
- This was a small, single-center study with only 46 participants. Larger trials are needed to confirm the results and ensure safety across diverse populations.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for ANESTHESIA, SPINAL are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
Adam Malik Hospital
Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Putting Patients' priorities first: a new approach to ease the burden of multiple chronic illnesses
- A fingertip sensor might foresee blood pressure crashes during spinal anesthesia
- Text messages and personal support may reduce pregnancy risks — a trial puts them to the test
- Ultrasound may predict hidden placental problems before delivery
- Can acupuncture and exercise ease pelvic pain during pregnancy?
- Could a simple massage technique ease a common pregnancy pain?