How to Pronounce Ruxolitinib (Jakafi)

rux-oh-LI-ti-nib
IPA: /rʌks.oʊ.ˈlɪ.tɪ.nɪb/
Brand name: Jakafi
rux oh LI ti nib
Ruxolitinib is pronounced rux-oh-LI-ti-nib

How do you pronounce Ruxolitinib?

Ruxolitinib is pronounced “rux-oh-LI-ti-nib”. It has 5 syllables: rux ‑ oh ‑ li ‑ ti ‑ nib. The stress falls on the third syllable, “li”.

How many syllables are in Ruxolitinib?

Ruxolitinib has 5 syllables: rux ‑ oh ‑ li ‑ ti ‑ nib.

What does Ruxolitinib mean?

Myelofibrosis, polycythemia vera. RA, ulcerative colitis, atopic dermatitis

Word Parts

suffix -tinib tyrosine kinase inhibitor

Common Mispronunciations

With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: rux-oh-LI-ti-nib. Stress falls on syllable 3 (LI) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

RA, ulcerative colitis, atopic dermatitis

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