How to Pronounce Cisplatin (Platinol)
sis-PLA-tin
IPA: /sɪs.ˈplæ.tɪn/
Brand name: Platinol
sis
PLA
tin
Cisplatin is pronounced sis-PLA-tin
How do you pronounce Cisplatin?
Cisplatin is pronounced “sis-PLA-tin”. It has 3 syllables: sis ‑ pla ‑ tin. The stress falls on the second syllable, “pla”.
How many syllables are in Cisplatin?
Cisplatin has 3 syllables: sis ‑ pla ‑ tin.
What does Cisplatin mean?
Cisplatin is a platinum-based chemotherapy agent used for testicular, ovarian, bladder, and lung cancers. It crosslinks DNA to prevent replication, with dose-limiting nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity.
Word Parts
suffix
-platin
platinum-based antineoplastic
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "SIS-pla-tin" — stress on PLA: sis-PLA-tin
Where You'll Encounter This
Cancer treatment protocols. Cytotoxic cancer treatment. Requires careful dosing and monitoring.
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