How to Pronounce Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)
riv-a-ROX-a-ban
IPA: /rɪv.æ.ˈrɒks.æ.bæn/
Brand name: Xarelto
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Rivaroxaban is pronounced riv-a-ROX-a-ban
How do you pronounce Rivaroxaban?
Rivaroxaban is pronounced “riv-a-ROX-a-ban”. It has 5 syllables: riv ‑ a ‑ rox ‑ a ‑ ban. The stress falls on the third syllable, “rox”.
How many syllables are in Rivaroxaban?
Rivaroxaban has 5 syllables: riv ‑ a ‑ rox ‑ a ‑ ban.
What does Rivaroxaban mean?
Rivaroxaban is a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) that selectively inhibits factor Xa. It is used for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation and treatment of venous thromboembolism.
Word Parts
suffix
-xaban
factor Xa inhibitor (DOAC)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "riv-a-ROX-uh-ban" — note the "a-ban": riv-a-ROX-a-ban
Where You'll Encounter This
VTE, AFib, ACS secondary prevention
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