How to Pronounce Fosphenytoin (Cerebyx)
fos-FEN-i-toin
IPA: /fɒs.ˈfɛn.ɪ.tɔɪn/
Brand name: Cerebyx
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Fosphenytoin is pronounced fos-FEN-i-toin
How do you pronounce Fosphenytoin?
Fosphenytoin is pronounced “fos-FEN-i-toin”. It has 4 syllables: fos ‑ fen ‑ i ‑ toin. The stress falls on the second syllable, “fen”.
How many syllables are in Fosphenytoin?
Fosphenytoin has 4 syllables: fos ‑ fen ‑ i ‑ toin.
What does Fosphenytoin mean?
Status epilepticus. Epilepsy, neuropathic pain, mood stabilization
Word Parts
prefix
fos-
phosphorus-containing (prodrug)
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (FEN) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable. "ph" is pronounced as "f" sound
Where You'll Encounter This
Epilepsy, neuropathic pain, mood stabilization. Controls seizures and is also used for neuropathic pain and mood stabilization.
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