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Both Paracetamol (1000 mg) and Ibuprofen (400 mg) show equivalent effectiveness for postpartum pain control after vaginal delivery.
In a randomized controlled trial conducted at a prestigious university-affiliated medical center, researchers have unveiled that Paracetamol and Ibuprofen stand out as equally efficient, non-opioid alternatives for alleviating postpartum pain following vaginal delivery. The study enrolled 107 women, randomly assigned to receive either 1000 mg of Paracetamol (n=52) or 400 mg of Ibuprofen (n=55) post-delivery.
The participants' pain was meticulously assessed via a numeric rating scale (NRS) at four key intervals: before treatment and at 1, 4, and 6 hours post-treatment. Alongside pain relief, researchers examined secondary factors such as breastfeeding initiation, mobilization, urination, and the need for additional analgesics, ensuring a comprehensive look at postpartum recovery.
Key findings:
This study reshapes the landscape of postpartum pain care, establishing both Paracetamol and Ibuprofen as valuable options that deliver comparable pain relief. For new mothers seeking safe alternatives to opioid medications, these findings offer a promising solution to boost the postpartum experience.
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Paracetamol versus ibuprofen for early postpartum pain control: a randomized controlled trial
Shai Ram et al.
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