[ozmidwifery] Evening primrose oil

[Mrs Joanne M Fisher]

Hi all,   Has anyone used/advised evening primrose oil vaginally to ripen the cervix of overdue women?  If so, what dose?  Is the capsule of oil opened first or does it disolve once inserted.  Any studies done on this procedure at all?  What are the possible side effects and hazards?  How "overdue" do you recommend to use it?  How often can it be inserted?  What time of the day is best to insert it?  I've heard that a tampon can be used to help keep it in place, is this so?  Thanks heaps.   Cheers Joanne.