Safe to use castor oil for labor?

Castor oil may induce labor by causing cramping and bowel stimulation, but it can also cause severe side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It is not recommended as the risks outweigh the benefits, and induction of labor should only be done under a doctor’s supervision. Other alternatives, such as Pitocin®, are available. Castor […]

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