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Noun: ergotamine  ur'gó-tu,meen
  1. An alkaloid derived from ergot that is less toxic than ergot; causes constriction of blood vessels and is used to treat migraine
    "Ergotamine is prescribed for severe migraine headaches"

Derived forms: ergotamines

Type of: alkaloid

Encyclopedia: Ergotamine