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
• Syn: ↑Ergotrate Maleate
• Usage Domain: ↑trade name (for: ↑Ergotrate Maleate)
• Hypernyms: ↑alkaloid
Useful english dictionary. 2012.