How to Pronounce Tolvaptan (Samsca)

tol-VAP-tan
IPA: /tɒl.ˈvæp.tæn/
Brand name: Samsca
tol VAP tan
Tolvaptan is pronounced tol-VAP-tan

How do you pronounce Tolvaptan?

Tolvaptan is pronounced “tol-VAP-tan”. It has 3 syllables: tol ‑ vap ‑ tan. The stress falls on the second syllable, “vap”.

How many syllables are in Tolvaptan?

Tolvaptan has 3 syllables: tol ‑ vap ‑ tan.

What does Tolvaptan mean?

SIADH, heart failure

Word Parts

suffix -vaptan vasopressin receptor antagonist

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 2 (VAP) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

SIADH, heart failure. Blocks vasopressin receptors for hyponatremia (SIADH).

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