Question: how many centimeters dilated before pitocin?
Answer: This dosage should dilate the cervix at the rate of 1 cm per hour during active labor. When labor progresses to 5-6 cm dilation, the amount of Pitocin can be reduced. Pitocin is often stopped after the cervix dilates to 7-8 cm. Over stimulation of the uterus may harm the baby or mother.