How to Pronounce Theophylline (Theo-Dur)

thee-OF-i-lin
IPA: /θiː.ˈɒf.ɪ.lɪn/
Brand name: Theo-Dur
thee OF i lin
Theophylline is pronounced thee-OF-i-lin

How do you pronounce Theophylline?

Theophylline is pronounced “thee-OF-i-lin”. It has 4 syllables: thee ‑ of ‑ i ‑ lin. The stress falls on the second syllable, “of”.

How many syllables are in Theophylline?

Theophylline has 4 syllables: thee ‑ of ‑ i ‑ lin.

What does Theophylline mean?

Asthma, COPD

Word Parts

suffix -phylline methylxanthine bronchodilator

Common Mispronunciations

Commonly said "THEE-oh-fil-een" — stress on OF: thee-OF-i-lin

Where You'll Encounter This

Asthma, COPD. Bronchodilator with narrow therapeutic window. Monitor serum levels.

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