ergoline

noun

ergoline

noun
1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences A tetracyclic heterocycle whose structural skeleton is contained in a diverse range of alkaloids, including some psychedelic drugs, and whose derivatives are used clinically for vasoconstriction and in the treatment of migraine and Parkinson's disease.

Derived terms
cabergoline, cianergoline, ergolinic, -golide, nonergoline
Related terms
ergotism

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