What is another word for neurotropic?
Pronunciation: [njˌuːɹətɹˈɒpɪk] (IPA) 
Neurotropic refers to a substance that specifically targets the nervous system. Synonyms for neurotropic include neuroselective, neurospecific, neuroactive, and neuropathic. These terms are often used in the field of pharmacology to describe drugs that impact the central or peripheral nervous system. Neuroselective drugs selectively target certain types of neurons, while neurospecific drugs only affect certain areas of the nervous system. Neuroactive substances modulate the activity of neurons, while neuropathic substances cause damage or dysfunction to the nervous system. Understanding these synonyms can help researchers and clinicians better describe the specific effects of different drugs on the nervous system.
