How to Pronounce Argatroban (Acova)
ar-GA-tro-ban
IPA: /ɑːrˈɡæ.troʊ.bæn/
Brand name: Acova
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Argatroban is pronounced ar-GA-tro-ban
How do you pronounce Argatroban?
Argatroban is pronounced “ar-GA-tro-ban”. It has 4 syllables: ar - ga - tro - ban. The stress falls on the second syllable, “ga”.
How many syllables are in Argatroban?
Argatroban has 4 syllables: ar - ga - tro - ban.
What does Argatroban mean?
Argatroban is a direct thrombin inhibitor (DTI) derived from arginine. It is administered IV, metabolized hepatically, and is used when anticoagulation is needed in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).
Word Parts
rootarga-arginine (amino acid the molecule is derived from)
suffix-trobanthrombin inhibitor class
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "AR-ga-tro-ban" — stress is on second syllable: ar-GA-tro-ban
Where You’ll Encounter This
Anticoagulation in HIT, PCI in HIT patients
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