Compound ID | 1870
Class: Beta-lactamase inhibitor (clavam, bicyclic beta-lactam without a penicillin or cephalosporin nucleus)
| Details of activity: | Binds irreversibly to beta-lactamases, mainly class A enzymes. No intrinsic antibacterial activity |
| Combined with other compounds: | Yes |
| Description: | Streptomyces natural product. Only available as a combination product, oral and parenteral application |
| Year first mentioned: | 1976 |
| Development status: | Approved, off-patent |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5280980 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | clavulanic acid |
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