How to Pronounce Phenylephrine
fen-il-EF-rin
IPA: /fɛn.ɪl.ˈɛf.rɪn/
fen
il
EF
rin
Phenylephrine is pronounced fen-il-EF-rin
How do you pronounce Phenylephrine?
Phenylephrine is pronounced “fen-il-EF-rin”. It has 4 syllables: fen ‑ il ‑ ef ‑ rin. The stress falls on the third syllable, “ef”.
How many syllables are in Phenylephrine?
Phenylephrine has 4 syllables: fen ‑ il ‑ ef ‑ rin.
What does Phenylephrine mean?
Nasal decongestant, shock
Word Parts
prefix
phenyl-
phenyl ring
root
ephr-
adrenergic (epinephrine-like)
suffix
-ine
alpha-1 adrenergic agonist
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 3 (EF) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable. "ph" is pronounced as "f" sound
Where You'll Encounter This
Nasal decongestant, shock. Activates alpha-adrenergic receptors. Used for ADHD, HTN, and opioid withdrawal.
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