How to Pronounce Nefazodone (Serzone)
neh-FAZ-oh-done
IPA: /nɛ.ˈfæz.oʊ.doʊn/
Brand name: Serzone
neh
FAZ
oh
done
Nefazodone is pronounced neh-FAZ-oh-done
How do you pronounce Nefazodone?
Nefazodone is pronounced “neh-FAZ-oh-done”. It has 4 syllables: neh ‑ faz ‑ oh ‑ done. The stress falls on the second syllable, “faz”.
How many syllables are in Nefazodone?
Nefazodone has 4 syllables: neh ‑ faz ‑ oh ‑ done.
What does Nefazodone mean?
Nefazodone is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI) used for major depression. It blocks serotonin 5-HT2A receptors and inhibits serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake. Use is limited by rare but serious hepatotoxicity.
Word Parts
suffix
-zodone
serotonin modulator (SARI class)
Common Mispronunciations
Stress on syllable 2 (FAZ): neh-FAZ-oh-done. Similar mechanism to trazodone but distinct hepatotoxicity risk.
Where You'll Encounter This
Major depression with anxiety or sleep disturbance. Black box warning: rare hepatotoxicity — monitor LFTs.
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