How to Pronounce Epclusa
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Epclusa Pronunciation
ep-KLOO-sah
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
ep
KLOO
stress here
sah
3 syllables
What is Epclusa?
Epclusa (sofosbuvir/velpatasvir) is a fixed-dose combination antiviral medication approved by the FDA for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in adults and children aged 3 years and older. It is the first single pill regimen approved to treat all six major genotypes of hepatitis C without the need for interferon or ribavirin in most patients. Epclusa is manufactured by Gilead Sciences and is taken as one oral tablet once daily for 12 weeks.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Epclusa
How do you pronounce Epclusa?
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Epclusa is pronounced ep-KLOO-sah. The stress falls on the second syllable (KLOO), which should sound like the word "clue" with a long "oo" sound. The first syllable (ep) rhymes with "step," and the final syllable (sah) rhymes with "spa."
How many syllables does Epclusa have?
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Epclusa has three syllables: ep-KLOO-sah. Breaking it into parts helps you say it more smoothly and remember how it sounds.
What is the most common mispronunciation of Epclusa?
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Many people mistakenly stress the first syllable, saying EP-kloo-sah instead of the correct ep-KLOO-sah. Another common error is pronouncing the middle part as "klah" instead of "kloo" (with the long oo sound like in "food").
Which syllable in Epclusa should I emphasize when speaking?
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You should emphasize the second syllable: ep-KLOO-sah. Say "KLOO" louder and longer than the other syllables to pronounce the word correctly.
Can you use Epclusa in a sentence?
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Here's an example: "The patient's doctor prescribed Epclusa, so the pharmacy had to order it from their supplier." This sentence shows how you might hear or use the word in a medical setting without giving medical advice.
Is there a shorter way to refer to Epclusa?
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Epclusa is sometimes referred to by its generic name, sofosbuvir/velpatasvir, but in everyday conversation, healthcare workers usually just say "Epclusa" (pronounced ep-KLOO-sah). The brand name is shorter and easier to say than the generic name.
How should the final syllable of Epclusa sound?
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The final syllable is "sah," which should sound like the "spa" in the word "spa." It's a short, quick sound that completes the word ep-KLOO-sah.