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Clavulanic Acid Potassium Salt

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Storage Hygroscopic, -20°C Freezer, Under Inert Atmosphere Chembase ID: 164815

SYNONYMS

IUPAC name
potassium (2R,3Z,5R)-3-(2-hydroxyethylidene)-7-oxo-4-oxa-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylate
IUPAC Traditional name
potassium clavulanic acid anion
Synonyms
MM 1415
Potassium Clavulanate

DATABASE IDS

CAS Number 61177-45-5

PROPERTIES

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Apperance Yellow Solid
Melting Point >170°C (dec)
Solubility Water
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Storage Condition Hygroscopic, -20°C Freezer, Under Inert Atmosphere

DETAILS

Description (English)
Clavulanic Acid is a β-lactamase inhibitor, typically added to amoxicillin to increase its effectiveness.

REFERENCES

  • Reading, C. and Cole, M.: Antimicrob. Ag. Chemother., 11, 852 (1977)
  • Ball, A.P., et al.: Lancet, 1, 620 (1977)
  • Brogden, R.N., et al. Drugs, 22, 337 (1981)