lactobionate
Lactobionate is a chemical compound that is the calcium salt of lactobionic acid. Lactobionic acid itself is a sugar acid, formed when the aldehyde group of lactose is oxidized. Lactobionate is often encountered in the context of medical treatments, particularly as a component in intravenous fluid solutions.
In medicine, calcium lactobionate is used as a source of calcium. It is often included in solutions
Beyond its medical applications, lactobionate can also be found in some food products as a buffering agent