English Explanatory Dictionary

pergolide

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An ergot derivative which is a dopamine agonist used chiefly in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɜː.ɡəl.ʌɪd/ /ˈpɝ.ɡəˌlaɪd/

Word forms

pergolide

Etymology

From p(ropyl) + -erg- (“ergot alkaloid derivative”) + -golide (“ergoline derivative”).

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