EPISODE 164: PRONUNCIATION SERIES EPISODE 7, KEPPRA (LEVETIRACETAM)

Today, we’re talking about Keppra® (levetiracetam). In my pronunciation episodes, I say a brand drug name and its generic, break both drug names down into syllables, explain which syllable or syllable(s) have the emphasis, reveal the source(s) of my information, and put the written pronunciations of both in the show notes so that you see them and use them right away.

The purpose of these pronunciation episodes is to provide the intended pronunciations of drug names from reliable sources. I want you to feel confident saying drug names and less frustrated learning them.

Thank you for listening to episode 164 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast!

Keppra® = KEPP ruh

Source: Keppra medication guide on the FDA’s website

levetiracetam = LEE ve tye RA se tam

Source: USP Dictionary Online (USAN)

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Links from this episode

Keppra®’s website https://www.ucb.com/our-products

Keppra medication guide on FDA’s website (accessed 8-1-22)

USP Dictionary Online (USAN) sales page (source of generic name pronunciation)

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