colytic

/kəˈlɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by colysis; causing uterine contractions, often used to induce labor or abortion

“The physician prescribed a colytic medication to induce labor in the pregnant woman.”

Synonyms

  • abortifacient
  • colytic
  • oxytocic

Antonyms

  • antiabortifacient
  • progestogenic