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Ergoline is a chemical compound whose structural skeleton is contained in a diverse range of alkaloids. Ergoline derivatives are used clinically for the purpose of vasoconstriction (5-HT1 receptor agonists—ergotamine) and in the treatment of migraines (used with caffeine) and Parkinson’s disease. Some ergoline alkaloids found in ergot fungi are implicated in the condition ergotism which causes convulsive and gangrenous symptoms.
