How to Pronounce Ganciclovir (Cytovene)
gan-SYE-kloe-vir
IPA: /ɡæn.ˈsjɛ.klɒɛ.vɪr/
Brand name: Cytovene
gan
SYE
kloe
vir
Ganciclovir is pronounced gan-SYE-kloe-vir
How do you pronounce Ganciclovir?
Ganciclovir is pronounced “gan-SYE-kloe-vir”. It has 4 syllables: gan ‑ sye ‑ kloe ‑ vir. The stress falls on the second syllable, “sye”.
How many syllables are in Ganciclovir?
Ganciclovir has 4 syllables: gan ‑ sye ‑ kloe ‑ vir.
What does Ganciclovir mean?
CMV treatment. Viral infections, prophylaxis
Word Parts
suffix
-ovir
antiviral
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (SYE) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Viral infections, prophylaxis. Treats viral infections. Timing of initiation is critical for efficacy.
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