Painkiller with sedative effect. It can be injected every 2-3 hours during labour.
Pain-relieving drug which is related to morphine and used during labour. It is usually given as an injection into the thigh. It can cause drowsiness, dizziness and nausea.
An analgesic, given by injection during labour.
A form of pain relief given by injection into the thigh or bottom. Pethidine usually makes women in labour sleepy and very relaxed. It can make the baby slow to breathe when he is born, in which case he may need an antidote.