Definition

Relating to the strength of muscle contractions, particularly in the heart, and can influence how strongly the heart beats.

Example

The doctor prescribed an inotropic medication to help improve the patient's heart function.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new inotropic medication they’re testing?

Yeah, I read it can really help with heart conditions.

I think it’s amazing how science can develop such inotropic treatments.

Absolutely! It could change so many lives for the better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inotropic is formed from "ino-" (from Greek "inos", meaning fiber) and "tropic" (from Greek "tropos", meaning turning or having an affinity for). The term refers to agents that affect the force of heart muscle contraction, thus relating to the affinity for muscle fibers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fiber' ('ino-') and 'turning' or 'affinity' ('tropic') to remember that inotropic refers to how certain agents influence the strength of heart muscle contractions.

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