How do you say azithromycin? (Pronunciation Series Episode 41)

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Welcome to the 41st episode in my drug pronunciation series. In this episode, I break down azithromycin and Zithromax into syllables, tell you which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources. The written pronunciations are helpful. Find them below👇🏻 and in the show notes for episode 301 on thepharmacistsvoice.com.

azithromycin = ay ZITH roe MYE sin

Emphasize ZITH and MYE (emphasize MYE the most)

Source: USP Dictionary Online

Zithromax = Zith-roe-maks

No syllable is emphasized in the literature

Source: Zithromax Prescribing Information on the FDA’s website (accessed 10-24-24)

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Links from this episode

USP Dictionary Online (Subscription-based resource)

USP Dictionary’s pronunciation guide (Free resource on The American Medical Association’s website)

Zithromax Prescribing Information on the FDA’s website (accessed 10-24-24)

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