1) Neurotropic 
Involved in the nutrition (or maintenance) of neural tissue. Classic example is nerve growth factor. ... (18 Nov 1997) ... 
Involved in the nutrition (or maintenance) of neural tissue. Classic example is nerve growth factor.
Type: Term Pronunciation: nū′rō-trof′ik Definitions: 1. Relating to neurotrophy.
neurotrophy, neurotrophic Nutrition and metabolism of tissues under nervous influence.
of or pertaining to the effect of nerves on the nutritive processes. · neurotropic.