ERGOTAMINE

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

An alkaloid derived from ergot that is less toxic than ergot; causes constriction of blood vessels and is used to treat migraine

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Nouns denoting substances

Hypernyms ("ergotamine" is a kind of...):

alkaloid (natural bases containing nitrogen found in plants)

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