Potent inhibitor of hydroxylapatite crystal growth in medium supersaturated with respect to Ca(2+) & phosphate.

A powder that dissolves in water, which is administered orally, and is used as a diuretic, expectorant, systemic alkalizer, and electrolyte replenisher.

Dextransucrase inhibitor; from Streptomyces sp. MF980-CF1.

Antacid & urinary alkalinizer containing sodium citrate, sodium bicarbonate, citric acid, tartaric acid.

A key intermediate in metabolism. It is an acid compound found in citrus fruits. The salts of citric acid (citrates) can be used as anticoagulants due to their calcium chelating ability.