uterotonic

uterotonic definition - medical

u·ter·o·ton·ic (yo͞oˌtə-rō-tŏnˈĭk)

adjective
Giving tone to the uterine muscle.
noun
An agent that overcomes relaxation of the muscular wall of the uterus.

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