Definition
methysergides
noun
- Plural of methysergide; a class of ergot-derived drugs used to prevent migraine headaches and treat vascular disorders.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; typically used in clinical or pharmaceutical contexts
Examples
- The neurologist prescribed methysergides to reduce the frequency of her migraines.
- Methysergides are ergot alkaloid derivatives that work by blocking serotonin receptors.
- Several patients in the study responded well to methysergides for migraine prophylaxis.
- The use of methysergides has declined since newer preventive medications became available.