How to Pronounce Ocrevus
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Ocrevus Pronunciation
oh-KREV-us
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
oh
KREV
stress here
us
3 syllables
What is Ocrevus?
Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) is a prescription biologic medication used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) in adults. It belongs to the anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody class and works by targeting and depleting B cells, a type of immune cell thought to play a major role in the inflammation and nerve damage seen in MS. Ocrevus is manufactured by Genentech (a member of the Roche Group) and is administered by intravenous infusion every six months.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Ocrevus
How do you pronounce Ocrevus?
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Ocrevus is pronounced oh-KREV-us. The first syllable sounds like the word "oh," the second syllable rhymes with "rev" (as in "revving" an engine), and the final syllable sounds like "us." The stress falls on the middle syllable: KREV.
How many syllables does Ocrevus have?
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Ocrevus has three syllables: oc-REV-us. Breaking it into parts makes it easier to remember and say correctly.
Which syllable in Ocrevus should I stress when I say it?
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You should stress the middle syllable: oh-KREV-us. A common mistake is stressing the first or last syllable instead, so remember to put the emphasis on "KREV."
What are common mispronunciations of Ocrevus?
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People often mispronounce it as "oh-CREV-us" (with a hard C sound) or "OCK-ruh-vus" (stressing the first syllable). The correct way is oh-KREV-us, with a soft K sound and stress on the middle syllable.
Is there a shorter way to refer to Ocrevus?
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Ocrevus is the brand name most commonly used. The generic name is ocrelizumab (oh-krel-IZ-uh-mab), which is longer and harder to pronounce, so most people stick with "Ocrevus" in conversation.
Can you use Ocrevus in a sentence?
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Here's an example: "The patient's neurologist discussed whether Ocrevus might be a good treatment option." Notice that Ocrevus is capitalized because it is a brand name.
Is Ocrevus pronounced the same way every time?
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Yes, Ocrevus is always pronounced oh-KREV-us, the same way in doctors' offices, hospitals, pharmacies, and medical conversations. Once you learn the correct pronunciation, it stays the same.