POTASSIUM ACETATE
\pətˈasi͡əm ˈasɪtˌe͡ɪt], \pətˈasiəm ˈasɪtˌeɪt], \p_ə_t_ˈa_s_iə_m ˈa_s_ɪ_t_ˌeɪ_t]\
Definitions of POTASSIUM ACETATE
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An electrolyte replenisher, as well as a urinary and systemic alkalizer, which can be administered orally or by intravenous infusion. Formerly, it was used as a diuretic and expectorant. (From Dorland, 28th ed)
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A white powder, KC2H3O2, made up of foliate or scaly crystals (or amorphous), easily soluble in water or alcohol, and volatilizing on exposure to the air. It is obtained by neutralizing potassium. carbonate with dilute acetic acid and drying.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
