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1. (n.) ergonovine
an alkaloid, C
Etymology: (1935–40; ergo -2+ L nov(us)new+ -ine2)
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1. (noun) ergonovine, Ergotrate Maleate
an alkaloid derived from ergot (trade name Ergotrate Maleate) that is less toxic than ergot; induces muscular contraction of the uterus and is administered after childbirth or abortion
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U.S. National Library of Medicine |
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1. ergonovine
An ergot alkaloid (ERGOT ALKALOIDS) with uterine and VASCULAR SMOOTH MUSCLE contractile properties.
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