How to Pronounce Protriptyline (Vivactil)
pro-TRIP-ti-leen
IPA: /proʊ.ˈtrɪp.tɪ.liːn/
Brand name: Vivactil
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Protriptyline is pronounced pro-TRIP-ti-leen
How do you pronounce Protriptyline?
Protriptyline is pronounced “pro-TRIP-ti-leen”. It has 4 syllables: pro ‑ trip ‑ ti ‑ leen. The stress falls on the second syllable, “trip”.
How many syllables are in Protriptyline?
Protriptyline has 4 syllables: pro ‑ trip ‑ ti ‑ leen.
What does Protriptyline mean?
Protriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) that is unique among TCAs for its activating, stimulating effects rather than sedation. Used for depression with psychomotor retardation, fatigue, and has been used off-label for sleep apnea. It is a potent norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.
Word Parts
prefixpro-propyl modification (and “activating” character)
roottri-three rings (tricyclic)
suffix-ptylinetricyclic antidepressant class
Common Mispronunciations
Stress is on “TRIP” (syllable 2), not “pro”. Common error: “PRO-tri-ti-leen”. Also note: this is 4 syllables, not 5.
Where You'll Encounter This
Psychiatry, sleep medicine (sleep apnea off-label), treatment-resistant depression
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