The word "dial ciba" is a combination of two terms, "dial" and "ciba." The pronunciation of this word can be represented using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /ˌdaɪəl ˈsiːbə/. The first part, "dial," is pronounced as /ˌdaɪəl/, with the stress on the first syllable. The second part, "ciba," is pronounced as /ˈsiːbə/, with the stress on the second syllable. This spelling might be difficult for those who are not familiar with the English language, but with practice, it becomes easier.
Trade name of a preparation of diallylbarbituric acid, employed as a hypnotic in doses of 1 1/2 to 4 grains.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.