Name: Clavulanic acid
Class: b-Lactamase Inhibitor
Mech.: inhibits some b-lactamases
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Utility: Combined with amoxicillin (Augmentin) to increase efficacy against penicillinase-producing bacteria (i.e., staph.)
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