Synonyms: BRL-14151 | BRL-14151K | BRL14151 | clavulanate | MM 14151
clavulanic acid is an approved drug
Compound class:
Natural product
Comment: Clavulanic acid is a β-lactamase inhibitor that was isolated from Streptomyces clavuligerus [1]. It is used in combination with β-lactam antibacterials and does not have inherent antibacterial activity. Clavulanic acid can overcome antibacterial resistance in bacteria that secrete β-lactamase. Included in the WHO Essential Medicines list as the mixture of amoxicillin + clavulanic acid (co-amoxiclav).
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Used in combination with amoxicillin (co-amoxiclav, Augmentin®) or ticarcillin (co-ticarclav, Timentin®). Co-amoxiclav was FDA approved in 1984. |