How to Pronounce Pioglitazone (Actos)
pye-oh-GLI-ta-zone
IPA: /pjɛ.oʊ.ˈɡlɪ.tæ.zɒnɛ/
Brand name: Actos
pye
oh
GLI
ta
zone
Pioglitazone is pronounced pye-oh-GLI-ta-zone
How do you pronounce Pioglitazone?
Pioglitazone is pronounced “pye-oh-GLI-ta-zone”. It has 5 syllables: pye ‑ oh ‑ gli ‑ ta ‑ zone. The stress falls on the third syllable, “gli”.
How many syllables are in Pioglitazone?
Pioglitazone has 5 syllables: pye ‑ oh ‑ gli ‑ ta ‑ zone.
What does Pioglitazone mean?
Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione (TZD) used for type 2 diabetes. It activates PPAR-gamma receptors to improve insulin sensitivity in muscle and adipose tissue.
Word Parts
suffix
-glitazone
thiazolidinedione (insulin sensitizer)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "pie-oh-GLI-ta-ZONE" — stress on GLI: pye-oh-GLI-ta-zone
Where You'll Encounter This
Type 2 diabetes. Insulin sensitizer for type 2 diabetes. Monitor for fluid retention.
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