How to Pronounce Canagliflozin (Invokana)
kan-a-gli-FLOE-zin
IPA: /kæn.æ.ɡlɪ.ˈflɒɛ.zɪn/
Brand name: Invokana
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Canagliflozin is pronounced kan-a-gli-FLOE-zin
How do you pronounce Canagliflozin?
Canagliflozin is pronounced “kan-a-gli-FLOE-zin”. It has 5 syllables: kan ‑ a ‑ gli ‑ floe ‑ zin. The stress falls on the fourth syllable, “floe”.
How many syllables are in Canagliflozin?
Canagliflozin has 5 syllables: kan ‑ a ‑ gli ‑ floe ‑ zin.
What does Canagliflozin mean?
Canagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor used for type 2 diabetes and to reduce cardiovascular and renal risk. It blocks glucose reabsorption in the proximal tubule, causing glycosuria.
Word Parts
suffix
-gliflozin
SGLT2 inhibitor (glucose excretion)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "kan-a-GLI-flo-zin" — stress on FLOE: kan-a-gli-FLOE-zin
Where You'll Encounter This
T2DM with CV/renal benefits, HF. Lowers glucose by blocking renal reabsorption. Cardiovascular and renal benefits.
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