How to Pronounce Fosphenytoin (Cerebyx)

fos-FEN-i-toin
IPA: /fɒs.ˈfɛn.ɪ.tɔɪn/
Brand name: Cerebyx
fos FEN i toin
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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