How to Pronounce Doxorubicin (Adriamycin)
dox-oh-ROO-bi-sin
IPA: /dɒks.oʊ.ˈruː.bɪ.sɪn/
Brand name: Adriamycin
dox
oh
ROO
bi
sin
Doxorubicin is pronounced dox-oh-ROO-bi-sin
How do you pronounce Doxorubicin?
Doxorubicin is pronounced “dox-oh-ROO-bi-sin”. It has 5 syllables: dox ‑ oh ‑ roo ‑ bi ‑ sin. The stress falls on the third syllable, “roo”.
How many syllables are in Doxorubicin?
Doxorubicin has 5 syllables: dox ‑ oh ‑ roo ‑ bi ‑ sin.
What does Doxorubicin mean?
Doxorubicin is an anthracycline chemotherapy agent used for breast cancer, lymphomas, and sarcomas. It intercalates DNA and inhibits topoisomerase II, with cumulative dose-dependent cardiotoxicity.
Word Parts
suffix
-rubicin
anthracycline antibiotic (chemo)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "DOX-oh-roo-bi-sin" — stress on ROO: dox-oh-ROO-bi-sin
Where You'll Encounter This
Cancer treatment protocols. Cytotoxic cancer treatment. Requires careful dosing and monitoring.
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