How to Pronounce Apomorphine (Apokyn)

ap-oh-MOR-feen
IPA: /æp.oʊ.ˈmɒr.fiːn/
Brand name: Apokyn
ap oh MOR feen
Apomorphine is pronounced ap-oh-MOR-feen

How do you pronounce Apomorphine?

Apomorphine is pronounced “ap-oh-MOR-feen”. It has 4 syllables: ap ‑ oh ‑ mor ‑ feen. The stress falls on the third syllable, “mor”.

How many syllables are in Apomorphine?

Apomorphine has 4 syllables: ap ‑ oh ‑ mor ‑ feen.

What does Apomorphine mean?

Parkinson's off episodes

Word Parts

root morph- opium/form
suffix -morphine opioid analgesic (morphine derivative)

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 3 (MOR) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable. "ph" is pronounced as "f" sound

Where You'll Encounter This

Parkinson's off episodes. Activates dopamine receptors. Used in Parkinson's disease and hyperprolactinemia.

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