How to Pronounce Isotretinoin (Accutane)
eye-so-TRET-i-noyn
IPA: /aɪ.sɒ.ˈtrɛt.ɪ.nɔɪn/
Brand name: Accutane
eye
so
TRET
i
noyn
Isotretinoin is pronounced eye-so-TRET-i-noyn
How do you pronounce Isotretinoin?
Isotretinoin is pronounced “eye-so-TRET-i-noyn”. It has 5 syllables: eye ‑ so ‑ tret ‑ i ‑ noyn. The stress falls on the third syllable, “tret”.
How many syllables are in Isotretinoin?
Isotretinoin has 5 syllables: eye ‑ so ‑ tret ‑ i ‑ noyn.
What does Isotretinoin mean?
Isotretinoin is a systemic retinoid used for severe, recalcitrant nodular acne. It reduces sebum production, prevents comedone formation, and has anti-inflammatory properties with strict pregnancy prevention requirements (iPLEDGE).
Word Parts
prefix
iso-
isomer/equal
suffix
-tinoin
retinoid (vitamin A derivative)
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: eye-so-TRET-i-noyn. Stress falls on syllable 3 (TRET) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Severe acne. Vitamin A derivative for dermatologic conditions and some cancers.
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