How to Pronounce Tacrolimus (Prograf)
ta-KROE-li-mus
IPA: /tæ.ˈkrɒɛ.lɪ.mʌs/
Brand name: Prograf
ta
KROE
li
mus
Tacrolimus is pronounced ta-KROE-li-mus
How do you pronounce Tacrolimus?
Tacrolimus is pronounced “ta-KROE-li-mus”. It has 4 syllables: ta ‑ kroe ‑ li ‑ mus. The stress falls on the second syllable, “kroe”.
How many syllables are in Tacrolimus?
Tacrolimus has 4 syllables: ta ‑ kroe ‑ li ‑ mus.
What does Tacrolimus mean?
Tacrolimus is a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant used to prevent organ transplant rejection. It inhibits T-cell activation by blocking interleukin-2 production and requires therapeutic drug monitoring.
Word Parts
suffix
-limus
immunosuppressant (mTOR/calcineurin)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "tak-ROL-i-mus" — stress on KROE: ta-KROE-li-mus
Where You'll Encounter This
Transplant rejection, atopic dermatitis
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