Potassium clavulanate

CAS: 61177-45-5

Ref. 3D-FP10878

Product Information

• Name: Potassium clavulanate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Potassium clavulanate is a beta-lactamase inhibitor and an antibacterial agent. The presence of potassium clavulanate in culture media inhibits the activity of beta-lactamases, which are enzymes that confer resistance to penicillin and other beta-lactam antibiotics. It also has been shown to be active against bacterial infections such as tuberculosis, sepsis, and pneumonia, where it can inhibit the growth of bacteria by interfering with their ability to form cell walls. Potassium clavulanate is also used as an antimicrobial agent for blood culture technique and antimicrobial treatment.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 237.25 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₈NO₅·K
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: White Powder