How to Pronounce Bedaquiline (Sirturo)

bed-AK-wi-leen
IPA: /bɛd.ˈæk.wɪ.liːn/
Brand name: Sirturo
bed AK wi leen
Bedaquiline is pronounced bed-AK-wi-leen

How do you pronounce Bedaquiline?

Bedaquiline is pronounced “bed-AK-wi-leen”. It has 4 syllables: bed ‑ ak ‑ wi ‑ leen. The stress falls on the second syllable, “ak”.

How many syllables are in Bedaquiline?

Bedaquiline has 4 syllables: bed ‑ ak ‑ wi ‑ leen.

What does Bedaquiline mean?

MDR-TB

Word Parts

suffix -quiline diarylquinoline antimycobacterial

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 2 (AK) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

MDR-TB. Treats tuberculosis. Multi-drug regimens required for 6+ months.

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