How to Pronounce Cetuximab (Erbitux)
se-TUX-i-mab
IPA: /sɛ.ˈtʌks.ɪ.mæb/
Brand name: Erbitux
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Cetuximab is pronounced se-TUX-i-mab
How do you pronounce Cetuximab?
Cetuximab is pronounced “se-TUX-i-mab”. It has 4 syllables: se ‑ tux ‑ i ‑ mab. The stress falls on the second syllable, “tux”.
How many syllables are in Cetuximab?
Cetuximab has 4 syllables: se ‑ tux ‑ i ‑ mab.
What does Cetuximab mean?
Colorectal, head/neck cancer
Word Parts
suffix
-ximab
chimeric monoclonal antibody
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (TUX) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Colorectal, head/neck cancer. Targeted biologic therapy. Usually given by injection or infusion.
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