How to Pronounce Chlorthalidone (Thalitone)

klor-THAL-i-done
IPA: /klɒr.ˈθæl.ɪ.dɒnɛ/
Brand name: Thalitone
klor THAL i done
Chlorthalidone is pronounced klor-THAL-i-done

How do you pronounce Chlorthalidone?

Chlorthalidone is pronounced “klor-THAL-i-done”. It has 4 syllables: klor ‑ thal ‑ i ‑ done. The stress falls on the second syllable, “thal”.

How many syllables are in Chlorthalidone?

Chlorthalidone has 4 syllables: klor ‑ thal ‑ i ‑ done.

What does Chlorthalidone mean?

Hypertension. Edema, HTN, heart failure management

Word Parts

prefix chlor- chlorine-containing

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 2 (THAL) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable. The ending "-done" is often pronounced "done" as in finished, with a short vowel

Where You'll Encounter This

Edema, HTN, heart failure management. Promotes fluid excretion for hypertension, edema, and heart failure management.

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