How to Pronounce Acyclovir (Zovirax)
ay-SYE-kloe-vir
IPA: /eɪ.ˈsjɛ.klɒɛ.vɪr/
Brand name: Zovirax
ay
SYE
kloe
vir
Acyclovir is pronounced ay-SYE-kloe-vir
How do you pronounce Acyclovir?
Acyclovir is pronounced “ay-SYE-kloe-vir”. It has 4 syllables: ay ‑ sye ‑ kloe ‑ vir. The stress falls on the second syllable, “sye”.
How many syllables are in Acyclovir?
Acyclovir has 4 syllables: ay ‑ sye ‑ kloe ‑ vir.
What does Acyclovir mean?
Acyclovir is an antiviral nucleoside analog used to treat herpes simplex virus (HSV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infections. It is selectively phosphorylated by viral thymidine kinase.
Word Parts
suffix
-cyclovir
antiviral (nucleoside analog)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "a-SIK-lo-vir" — stress on SYE: ay-SYE-kloe-vir
Where You'll Encounter This
HSV, VZV infections. Treats viral infections. Timing of initiation is critical for efficacy.
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