How to Pronounce Sirolimus (Rapamune)
sir-oh-LYE-mus
IPA: /sɪr.oʊ.ˈljɛ.mʌs/
Brand name: Rapamune
sir
oh
LYE
mus
Sirolimus is pronounced sir-oh-LYE-mus
How do you pronounce Sirolimus?
Sirolimus is pronounced “sir-oh-LYE-mus”. It has 4 syllables: sir ‑ oh ‑ lye ‑ mus. The stress falls on the third syllable, “lye”.
How many syllables are in Sirolimus?
Sirolimus has 4 syllables: sir ‑ oh ‑ lye ‑ mus.
What does Sirolimus mean?
Sirolimus (rapamycin) is an mTOR inhibitor immunosuppressant used in organ transplantation and drug-eluting stents. It blocks T-cell activation through a mechanism distinct from calcineurin inhibitors.
Word Parts
suffix
-limus
immunosuppressant (mTOR/calcineurin)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "sir-OH-li-mus" — stress on LYE: sir-oh-LYE-mus
Where You'll Encounter This
Transplant rejection prevention, autoimmune
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