How to Pronounce Filgrastim (Neupogen)
fil-GRAS-tim
IPA: /fɪl.ˈɡræs.tɪm/
Brand name: Neupogen
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Filgrastim is pronounced fil-GRAS-tim
How do you pronounce Filgrastim?
Filgrastim is pronounced “fil-GRAS-tim”. It has 3 syllables: fil ‑ gras ‑ tim. The stress falls on the second syllable, “gras”.
How many syllables are in Filgrastim?
Filgrastim has 3 syllables: fil ‑ gras ‑ tim.
What does Filgrastim mean?
Filgrastim is a recombinant granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) used to stimulate neutrophil production. It is used for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and stem cell mobilization.
Word Parts
suffix
-grastim
colony-stimulating factor
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (GRAS) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Neutropenia, stem cell mobilization
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