ergonovine

/ˌɛrɡoʊˈnoʊvaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A medication used to prevent and treat postpartum hemorrhage, particularly in obstetrics.

“The hospital used ergonovine to stop the bleeding during the emergency cesarean delivery.”

Synonyms

  • hemostatic
  • oxytocin

Antonyms

  • anticoagulant
  • hemostasis inhibitor