ergotic Synonyms
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ergotic Meaning
Wordnet
ergotic (a)
relating to or produced by ergot
Webster
ergotic (a.)
Pertaining to, or derived from, ergot; as, ergotic acid.
ergotic Sentence Examples
- The ergotic alkaloid infestation in the rye was responsible for the severe health issues among the villagers.
- The ergotic spores present on the rye plant could produce toxins harmful to human and animal health.
- The ergotic poisoning, also known as St. Anthony's Fire, was a common occurrence in medieval Europe.
- The ergotic alkaloids present in rye ergot have been recognized for their medicinal properties.
- The ergotamine, an ergotic alkaloid, is used in the treatment of migraines and cluster headaches.
- Methysergide, another ergotic alkaloid, was used to prevent migraine headaches.
- Bromocriptine, an ergot alkaloid derivative, is used to treat Parkinson's disease and hyperprolactinemia.
- Lisuride, an ergot-derived dopamine agonist, is used to treat Parkinson's disease.
- Pergolide, an ergot-derived dopamine agonist, was used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome.
- Cabergoline, an ergot-derived dopamine agonist, is used to treat Parkinson's disease and hyperprolactinemia.
FAQs About the word ergotic
relating to or produced by ergotPertaining to, or derived from, ergot; as, ergotic acid.
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The ergotic alkaloid infestation in the rye was responsible for the severe health issues among the villagers.
The ergotic spores present on the rye plant could produce toxins harmful to human and animal health.
The ergotic poisoning, also known as St. Anthony's Fire, was a common occurrence in medieval Europe.
The ergotic alkaloids present in rye ergot have been recognized for their medicinal properties.
