How to Pronounce Rifampin (Rifadin)
rih-FAM-pin
IPA: /rɪ.ˈfæm.pɪn/
Brand name: Rifadin
rih
FAM
pin
Rifampin is pronounced rih-FAM-pin
How do you pronounce Rifampin?
Rifampin is pronounced “rih-FAM-pin”. It has 3 syllables: rih ‑ fam ‑ pin. The stress falls on the second syllable, “fam”.
How many syllables are in Rifampin?
Rifampin has 3 syllables: rih ‑ fam ‑ pin.
What does Rifampin mean?
Rifampin is a rifamycin antibiotic used as a cornerstone of tuberculosis treatment and for other mycobacterial infections. It inhibits bacterial RNA polymerase and is a potent CYP450 inducer.
Word Parts
prefix
rif-
rifamycin-derived
suffix
-ampin
RNA polymerase inhibitor
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (FAM) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
TB first-line. Rifamycin-derived antibiotic targeting RNA polymerase.
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