How to Pronounce Diltiazem (Cardizem)
dil-TYE-a-zem
IPA: /dɪl.ˈtjɛ.æ.zɛm/
Brand name: Cardizem
dil
TYE
a
zem
Diltiazem is pronounced dil-TYE-a-zem
How do you pronounce Diltiazem?
Diltiazem is pronounced “dil-TYE-a-zem”. It has 4 syllables: dil ‑ tye ‑ a ‑ zem. The stress falls on the second syllable, “tye”.
How many syllables are in Diltiazem?
Diltiazem has 4 syllables: dil ‑ tye ‑ a ‑ zem.
What does Diltiazem mean?
Diltiazem is a non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used for hypertension, angina, and supraventricular tachycardia. It slows AV conduction and relaxes vascular smooth muscle.
Word Parts
prefix
di-
two/double
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (TYE) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
AFib rate control, HTN, angina
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