How to Pronounce Theophylline (Theo-Dur)
thee-OF-i-lin
IPA: /θiː.ˈɒf.ɪ.lɪn/
Brand name: Theo-Dur
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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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