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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) ergotamine
a crystalline, water-soluble polypeptide, C

Etymology: (1920–25)

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Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) ergotamine
an alkaloid derived from ergot that is less toxic than ergot; causes constriction of blood vessels and is used to treat migraine

Definition of 'ergotamine'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. ergotamine
A vasoconstrictor found in ergot of Central Europe. It is an alpha-1 selective adrenergic agonist and is commonly used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS.

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ergonomics ergonovine ergosterol ergot ergotamine ergotic ergotism

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