How to Pronounce Pantoprazole (Protonix)
pan-TOE-pra-zole
IPA: /pæn.ˈtɒɛ.præ.zɒlɛ/
Brand name: Protonix
pan
TOE
pra
zole
Pantoprazole is pronounced pan-TOE-pra-zole
How do you pronounce Pantoprazole?
Pantoprazole is pronounced “pan-TOE-pra-zole”. It has 4 syllables: pan ‑ toe ‑ pra ‑ zole. The stress falls on the second syllable, “toe”.
How many syllables are in Pantoprazole?
Pantoprazole has 4 syllables: pan ‑ toe ‑ pra ‑ zole.
What does Pantoprazole mean?
Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat GERD and erosive esophagitis. It is commonly used in hospital settings as it is available in IV formulation.
Word Parts
suffix
-prazole
proton pump inhibitor
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "pan-TOE-pra-ZOLE" — stress is on TOE, with "zole" unstressed
Where You'll Encounter This
GERD, erosive esophagitis. Suppresses gastric acid for GERD, peptic ulcer disease, and H. pylori eradication.
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