cardiotonic
/ˌkɑrdioʊˈtɑnɪk/
adjective
- Relating to a substance or treatment that strengthens or improves the tone of the heart muscle.
- Cardiotonic drugs are often used in cases of heart failure.
- Some herbal remedies are believed to have cardiotonic properties.
- The doctor prescribed a cardiotonic medication to help the patient's weakened heart.
noun
- A drug or agent that strengthens the heart muscle or improves its function.
- Patients with certain heart conditions may benefit from a cardiotonic.
- Digitalis is a well-known cardiotonic used for centuries.
- The pharmacist explained how the cardiotonic works to increase the force of heart contractions.