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
Ectopic (tubal) Pregnancy: Ectopic pregnancy is a condition where the fertilized egg settles outside the uterus instead of within it. In tubal pregnancy, following fertilization in the fallopian tube, the fertilized egg implants in the tube and grows within the narrow tube.