Structure
Acetomenadione is a synthetic derivative of vitamin K, structurally similar to menadione with additional functional groups enhancing its activity.
Chemical Formula: C₁₂H₈O₃
Mode of Action
Provitamin K Activity: Acts as a precursor to active vitamin K forms.
Coagulation Factor Synthesis: Facilitates the carboxylation of clotting factors, promoting normal blood coagulation.
Antioxidant Effects: Provides free radical scavenging benefits.
Uses of Acetomenadione
Vitamin K Deficiency: Manages bleeding disorders by restoring vitamin K levels.
Neonatal Coagulation Disorders: Prevents hemorrhagic disease of the newborn.
Research: Investigated for its role in coagulation and antioxidant mechanisms.