NCIt definition : A semi-synthetic beta-lactamase inhibitor isolated from streptomyces. Clavunalate
potassium contains a beta-lactam ring and binds strongly to beta-lactamase at or near
its active site. This protects other beta-lactam antibiotics from beta-lactamase catalysis.
This drug is used in conjunction with beta-lactamase susceptible penicillins to treat
infections caused by beta-lactamase producing organisms.;