👉 The term "ergonovine" refers to a type of morphine-based medication that is commonly used in the treatment of pain and other conditions. It was originally developed by the Swiss company Ergonov SA, which later went into bankruptcy in 2017. The drug has been approved for use in the United States and Canada, but it is not widely available outside of these countries. The ergonovine is a synthetic opioid that is similar to morphine and can be used