What is an ergot alkaloid? A Deep Dive into its Pharmacology
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An estimated $1 billion in livestock production losses occur annually in the USA due to ergot alkaloid toxicosis [1.2.3]. So, what is an ergot alkaloid? These compounds are mycotoxins produced by fungi with a complex history of being both a poison and a medication [1.2.3, 1.10.4].
