How to Pronounce Linezolid (Zyvox)
li-NEZ-oh-lid
IPA: /lɪ.ˈnɛz.oʊ.lɪd/
Brand name: Zyvox
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Linezolid is pronounced li-NEZ-oh-lid
How do you pronounce Linezolid?
Linezolid is pronounced “li-NEZ-oh-lid”. It has 4 syllables: li ‑ nez ‑ oh ‑ lid. The stress falls on the second syllable, “nez”.
How many syllables are in Linezolid?
Linezolid has 4 syllables: li ‑ nez ‑ oh ‑ lid.
What does Linezolid mean?
Linezolid is an oxazolidinone antibiotic used for MRSA and VRE infections. It inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit.
Word Parts
suffix
-zolid
oxazolidinone antibiotic
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "LINE-zoh-lid" — stress on NEZ: li-NEZ-oh-lid
Where You'll Encounter This
Bacterial infections, prophylaxis. Treats bacterial infections. Always complete the full course as prescribed.
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