Used as a source of pyruvate in pharmaceutical and biochemical research, particularly in studies involving cellular metabolism and energy production. Serves as a potassium and pyruvate supplement in certain medical formulations, especially in intravenous nutrition and metabolic therapies. Exhibits antioxidant properties and may help in reducing oxidative stress in biological systems. Applied in experimental treatments for liver disorders and ischemia-reperfusion injury due to its role in supporting mitochondrial function. Also utilized in cell culture media to enhance cell viability and metabolic activity.