English noun: ergonovine | |||
| 1. | ergonovine (substance) 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 | Ergotrate Maleate | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | alkaloid | ||