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What is a galactagogue?

What is a galactagogue? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. A substance that induces lactation.
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The oils of the seed increase milk flow which explains its folk use as a galactagogue.
Thus, F. vulgare belongs to galactagogue substance.
As it increases prolactin levels, it is accepted for use as a galactagogue to increase breast milk supply.
Fenugreek was the most commonly used herbal galactagogue during breastfeeding amongst the survey respondents.
Additionally, it is also used as a galactagogue agent for lactating mothers.
Fenugreek is an herbal product that is frequently used as a galactagogue, although no scientific evidence exists on its use for this purpose.

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