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KBr: Potassium Bromide
Potassium Bromide – Structure: KBr is a salt of potassium and bromide ions. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It is used as a source of bromine, as a sedative, and as a photographic intensifier.
What is Potassium Bromide?
- Potassium bromide (KBr) is a salt with the formula KBr. It is an ionic compound consisting of potassium ions K+ and bromide ions Br−. It is a white solid that is soluble in water.
- Potassium bromide is used as a photographic film developer and as a pharmaceutical. It is also used as an insecticide.
Structure of Potassium Bromide
Potassium Bromide is a white crystalline solid. It is a salt of potassium and bromide ions. It is soluble in water. Has a molecular weight of 119.0 g/mol. It has a melting point of 772.0 °C and a boiling point of 1358.0 °C. It is a weak electrolyte.
Properties of Potassium Bromide
Potassium Bromide is a salt of potassium and bromide ions. It is a white, crystalline solid that is soluble in water. Potassium Bromide a non-toxic, inorganic salt that is used as a sedative and hypnotic. It also used as a photographic developer and to make fuming sulfuric acid.
Uses of Potassium Bromide
Potassium Bromide used as a sedative and to treat anxiety. It also used to control seizures in people with epilepsy.
Application of Potassium Bromide in Veterinary Medicine
Potassium Bromide has a long history of use as a veterinary anesthetic and has found to safe and effective. It used to anesthetize animals for surgery, to control seizures, and to reduce anxiety.
Precautions
There are no specific precautions for this product.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Shelf Life
- 24 months
How Bromides Given
Bromides given as a pill, liquid, or injection.
Potassium Bromide Drug Information and Indication
- Potassium Bromide a medication that used to treat seizures. It is a type of anticonvulsant medication. It works by helping to keep the electrical activity in the brain under control. Potassium Bromide available in tablet form and can taken by mouth. It is also available as an injection.
- Potassium Bromide used to treat seizures in adults and children. It also used to prevent seizures in adults who are having surgery.
- Potassium Bromide can cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion. It can also cause problems with balance and coordination. It is important to take Potassium Bromide exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than prescribed.
