How to Pronounce Desmopressin (DDAVP)

des-moe-PRES-in
IPA: /dɛs.mɒɛ.ˈprɛs.ɪn/
Brand name: DDAVP
des moe PRES in
Desmopressin is pronounced des-moe-PRES-in

How do you pronounce Desmopressin?

Desmopressin is pronounced “des-moe-PRES-in”. It has 4 syllables: des ‑ moe ‑ pres ‑ in. The stress falls on the third syllable, “pres”.

How many syllables are in Desmopressin?

Desmopressin has 4 syllables: des ‑ moe ‑ pres ‑ in.

What does Desmopressin mean?

Desmopressin is a synthetic vasopressin analog used for diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis, and von Willebrand disease. It acts on V2 receptors to promote water reabsorption.

Word Parts

prefix des- removal/absence
suffix -pressin vasopressin analog

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 3 (PRES) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

Diabetes insipidus, hemophilia

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