Quick Answer. Cardiotonic drugs are substances that increase the contracting mechanism within the heart, thereby causing more blood to be pumped throughout the circulatory system. These drugs usually affect intracellular calcium levels in the heart muscle to achieve the desired increase in muscle action.
Like the name suggests, the entire CIC hearing aid fits into the ear canal. There is nothing on the outside of the ear, making it virtually unnoticeable. The CIC hearing aid is custom-made to fit into your ear canal to ensure a perfect fit.
If the ear canal is swollen shut, a sponge or wick may be placed in the canal so the antibiotic drops will enter the swollen canal more effectively. Pain medication may also be prescribed. If you have tubes in your eardrum, a non oto-toxic (do not affect your hearing) topical treatment should be used.