How to Pronounce Latanoprost (Xalatan)
la-TAN-oh-prost
IPA: /læ.ˈtæn.oʊ.prɒst/
Brand name: Xalatan
la
TAN
oh
prost
Latanoprost is pronounced la-TAN-oh-prost
How do you pronounce Latanoprost?
Latanoprost is pronounced “la-TAN-oh-prost”. It has 4 syllables: la ‑ tan ‑ oh ‑ prost. The stress falls on the second syllable, “tan”.
How many syllables are in Latanoprost?
Latanoprost has 4 syllables: la ‑ tan ‑ oh ‑ prost.
What does Latanoprost mean?
Latanoprost is a prostaglandin F2-alpha analog used to reduce intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma. It increases uveoscleral outflow of aqueous humor.
Word Parts
suffix
-prost
prostaglandin analog
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (TAN) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Glaucoma first-line, PG analog QHS
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