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ERGONOVINE
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
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
Synonyms:
ergonovine; Ergotrate Maleate
Classified under:
Hypernyms ("ergonovine" is a kind of...):
alkaloid (natural bases containing nitrogen found in plants)
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