Monopotassium phosphate
- Generic Name
- Monopotassium phosphate
- Brand Names
- Dextrose and Electrolyte No. 75, Ionosol-MB, Isolyte S, Isolyte S pH 7.4, Isoplate, K-phos, K-phos Neutral, K-phos No 2, Tis-U-sol
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- H2KO4P
- CAS Number
- 7778-77-0
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 4J9FJ0HL51
- Background
Monopotassium phosphate, MKP, (also potassium dihydrogenphosphate, KDP, or monobasic potassium phosphate), KH2PO4, is a soluble salt of potassium and the dihydrogen phosphate ion. It is a source of phosphorus and potassium as well as a buffering agent. It can be used in fertilizer mixtures to reduce escape of ammonia by keeping pH low.
- Indication
Used in buffers (determination of pH, pharmaceutical production, urinary acidifier, paper processing, baking powder, and food), nutrient solutions, yeast foods, special liquid fertilizers, sonar systems and other electronic applications;
Used as a nutritional supplement in foods, a nonlinear optical material for laser use, and in wastewater treatment;
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- Fluid replacement therapy, Organ Preservation, Tissue Preservation, Total parenteral nutrition therapy
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