Associations to the word «Ergonovine»

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Wiktionary

ERGONOVINE, noun. Ergometrine.

Dictionary definition

ERGONOVINE, noun. 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.

Wise words

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