This classification is based on the way these drugs are used for the treatment of a particular condition. Inotropic, Chronotropic and Dromotropic are different types of cardiac drugs. This classification is based on the way these drugs are used for the treatment of a particular condition. Inotropic drugs affect the force of cardiac contraction. Chronotropic drugs affect the heart rate. Dromotropic drugs affect conduction velocity through the conducting tissues of the heart.
ectoparasite noun a parasite which lives on the skin or outer surface of its host but feeds by piercing the skin. Compare endoparasite
amylase. an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of starch into simpler compounds. The Î±-amylases occur in animals and include pancreatic and salivary amylase; the Î²-amylases occur in higher plants. Measurement of serum Î±-amylase activity is an important diagnostic test for acute and chronic pancreatitis.