How to Pronounce Filgrastim (Neupogen)

fil-GRAS-tim
IPA: /fɪl.ˈɡræs.tɪm/
Brand name: Neupogen
fil GRAS tim
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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