Noun: ergonovine ,ur-gu'now,veen
- 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
"Ergonovine is used to prevent postpartum haemorrhage";
- Ergotrate Maleate
Derived forms: ergonovines
Type of: alkaloid
Encyclopedia: Ergonovine