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Definition of Ergotamine

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

Definition of Ergotamine

1. Noun. (context: organic chemistry biochemistry pharmaceutical drug) An alkaloid, extracted from ergot, that causes constriction of blood vessels and has been used to treat migraine; it is related to lysergic acid. ¹

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Definition of Ergotamine

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Medical Definition of Ergotamine

1. A vasoconstrictor found in ergot of central europe. It is an alpha-1 selective adrenergic agonist and is commonly used in the treatment of migraine headaches. Pharmacological action: adrenergic alpha-agonists, analgesics, non-narcotic, vasoconstrictor agents. Chemical name: Ergotaman-3',6',18-trione, 12'-hydroxy-2'-methyl-5'-(phenylmethyl)-, (5'alpha)- (12 Dec 1998)

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Literary usage of Ergotamine

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1. Precursors and Chemicals Frequently Used in the Illicit Manufacture of by International Narcotics Control Board, International Narcotics Control Board Staff, United Nations (1998)
"... ergotamine Anthranilic Acid Acetic Anhydride Lysergic Acid ... 5 kilograms of ergotamine or 1.5 kilograms of lysergic acid are required for the illicit ..."

2. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story by Andrei Maylunas (2005)
"Medical Journal of Australia 154(2):145-9, Jan 21 1991. ergotamine and related compounds have been used for many years in the management of migraine. ..."

3. The Oxford Medicine by Henry Asbury Christian, James Mackenzie (1920)
"hypodermically, twice a day; ergotamine tartrate, 1 mgm. (gr. 1/60) by mouth 3 times a day; sodium bromide, intravenously; with the latter, on account of ..."

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