How to Pronounce Methotrexate (Trexall)
meth-oh-TREX-ate
IPA: /mɛθ.oʊ.ˈtrɛks.ætɛ/
Brand name: Trexall
meth
oh
TREX
ate
Methotrexate is pronounced meth-oh-TREX-ate
How do you pronounce Methotrexate?
Methotrexate is pronounced “meth-oh-TREX-ate”. It has 4 syllables: meth ‑ oh ‑ trex ‑ ate. The stress falls on the third syllable, “trex”.
How many syllables are in Methotrexate?
Methotrexate has 4 syllables: meth ‑ oh ‑ trex ‑ ate.
What does Methotrexate mean?
Methotrexate is an antifolate used for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and various cancers. It inhibits dihydrofolate reductase, blocking DNA synthesis in rapidly dividing cells.
Word Parts
prefix
meth-
methyl-derived
suffix
-trexate
folic acid analog antimetabolite
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "METH-oh-trex-ate" — stress on TREX: meth-oh-TREX-ate
Where You'll Encounter This
RA, psoriasis (weekly dosing). Disease-modifying agent that slows progression of autoimmune disease.
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