Induction of Labour

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Due to a national shortage of prostin tablets, NHSL has instead decided to use Propess. This will be a temporary measure only until stocks of prostin are again available. Please see relevant memorandum and SOP detailing these changes.

Please also note that this guideline is under review. As such, please disregard section 11 of this document until further notice.

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Last reviewed: 29/12/2025

Next review date: 29/12/2028

Author(s): NHSL.

Approved By: ADTC

Reviewer name(s): Dr Ellie Jarvie & Dr G Buchanan.

Document Id: December 2025

Important, please read:

Please also note that this guideline is under review. As such, please disregard section 11 of this document until further notice.

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