What is "galactagogue"

n. A substance that induces lactation.

n. agent that induces milk secretion

A galactagogue, or galactogogue, (from [γαλακτ-], milk, + ἀγωγός, leading) is a substance that promotes lactation in humans and other animals. It may be synthetic, plant-derived, or endogenous. They may be used to treat lactation failure.