How to Pronounce Liraglutide (Victoza)
lir-a-GLOO-tide
IPA: /lɪr.æ.ˈɡluː.tɪdɛ/
Brand name: Victoza
lir
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GLOO
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Liraglutide is pronounced lir-a-GLOO-tide
How do you pronounce Liraglutide?
Liraglutide is pronounced “lir-a-GLOO-tide”. It has 4 syllables: lir ‑ a ‑ gloo ‑ tide. The stress falls on the third syllable, “gloo”.
How many syllables are in Liraglutide?
Liraglutide has 4 syllables: lir ‑ a ‑ gloo ‑ tide.
What does Liraglutide mean?
Liraglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist used for type 2 diabetes and obesity. It mimics endogenous GLP-1 to stimulate insulin secretion, suppress glucagon, and delay gastric emptying.
Word Parts
suffix
-glutide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "li-ra-GLOO-TIDE" — even end: lir-a-GLOO-tide
Where You'll Encounter This
T2DM, weight loss, CV benefit. Injectable diabetes medication promoting insulin release and weight loss.
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