How to Pronounce Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
val-ay-SYE-kloe-vir
IPA: /væl.eɪ.ˈsjɛ.klɒɛ.vɪr/
Brand name: Valtrex
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Valacyclovir is pronounced val-ay-SYE-kloe-vir
How do you pronounce Valacyclovir?
Valacyclovir is pronounced “val-ay-SYE-kloe-vir”. It has 5 syllables: val ‑ ay ‑ sye ‑ kloe ‑ vir. The stress falls on the third syllable, “sye”.
How many syllables are in Valacyclovir?
Valacyclovir has 5 syllables: val ‑ ay ‑ sye ‑ kloe ‑ vir.
What does Valacyclovir mean?
Valacyclovir is the oral prodrug of acyclovir used for herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and CMV prophylaxis. It has significantly better oral bioavailability than acyclovir.
Word Parts
prefix
val-
valine-derived (prodrug)
suffix
-cyclovir
antiviral (nucleoside analog)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "val-a-SIK-lo-vir" — add "val" prefix: val-ay-SYE-kloe-vir
Where You'll Encounter This
HSV, VZV, more convenient dosing
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