Monopotassium and - Names and Identifiers
Monopotassium and - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C42H61O16K
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| Physical and Chemical Properties | White-like to light yellow powder, odorless, with a special sweet taste, the sweetness is about 500 times that of sucrose, and it stays sweet for a long time. Soluble in water, soluble in dilute ethanol, glycerin, propylene glycol, slightly soluble in absolute ethanol, ether. |
Monopotassium and - Introduction
Potassium glycyrrhizinate is a chemical that is also known as potassium glycyrrhizinate or potassium diglycyrrhizinate. The following is an introduction to the properties, uses, preparation and safety information of monopotassium glycyrrhizinate:
Nature:
-Appearance: The common form is white to yellowish white crystalline powder.
-Solubility: Can be dissolved in water.
Use:
-Medicinal: Potassium glycyrrhizinate is one of the main active ingredients in licorice. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, antispasmodic and mucosal protection effects. It is often used in Chinese medicine and Western medicine to treat digestive diseases such as ulcers and gastritis, and respiratory diseases such as cough and sore throat.
-Food industry: potassium glycyrrhizinate can be used as a food additive, with flavor, sweetening and acidity regulation.
Preparation Method:
The preparation of monopotassium glycyrrhizinate is mainly obtained by extracting, separating and purifying the effective components in licorice. The general preparation method is that the licorice powder is treated with acid and alkali, extracted, filtered, crystallized and dried to obtain the product.
Safety Information:
-Inhalation or ingestion of monopotassium glycyrrhizinate may cause discomfort such as cough, difficulty breathing or diarrhea.
-For people with allergies, attention should be paid to possible allergic reactions when using potassium glycyrrhizinate.
-High doses or long-term use may cause side effects such as elevated blood pressure and sodium retention, so follow your doctor's instructions and dosage guidelines during use.
It should be noted that before using monopotassium glycyrrhizinate, it is recommended to consult a doctor or professional for advice to ensure safe use and correct dosage.
Last Update：2024-04-09 20:49:11