oxytocic

n. any of a group of drugs capable of stimulating contractions of the uterine muscles and used clinically to induce labor and elective or therapeutic abortion and to control postpartum bleeding. Oxytocics include ergot derivatives (e.g., ergonovine) and some prostaglandins.

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sibling

n. one of two or more children born of the same two parents (i.e., a sister or brother). Also called sib.