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parenteral
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It is available in oral and parenteral formulations.
Ceftizoxime is a parenteral third generation cephalosporin.
Administration may be by the oral or parenteral route.
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Common mistakes of parenteral pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying /pəˈrɛn.tə.rəl/. The correct stress is on the third syllable, /pəˈrɛn.tər.əl/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the right stress.
- Mispronouncing the "e": The "e" in "parenteral" can be mispronounced as /ɛ/ instead of the correct /ə/. This leads to saying /pəˈrɛn.tɛ.rəl/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, focusing on the schwa sound /ə/.
- Omitting the final syllable: Some may drop the last syllable, saying "parenter" as /pəˈrɛn.tər/. The full pronunciation includes the final /əl/. Tip: Break the word into syllables: pa-ren-ter-al to ensure all parts are pronounced.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "parenteral" with "parental." The pronunciation differs, especially in the second syllable. "Parenteral" is /pəˈrɛn.tər.əl/ while "parental" is /pəˈrɛn.təl/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the differences by practicing each word separately.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some pronounce the "r" too strongly, resulting in /pəˈrɛn.tɹəl/. The correct pronunciation has a softer "r" sound, /pəˈrɛn.tər.əl/. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between sounds to avoid overemphasizing the "r."