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er·go·no·vine | \ ˌər-gə-ˈnō-ˌvēn 
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\Definition of ergonovine
: an alkaloid C19H23N3O2 derived from ergot and used especially in the form of its maleate as an oxytocic
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ergonovine
nouner·go·no·vine | \ ˌər-gə-ˈnō-ˌvēn , -vən \
, -vən \Medical Definition of ergonovine
: an alkaloid that is derived from ergot, has similar pharmacological action but reduced toxicity and a greater capacity to induce muscular contractions of the uterus, and is used especially in the form of its maleate C19H23N3O2·C4H4O4 to prevent or treat postpartum bleeding
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The first known use of ergonovine was circa 1936
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