Cat No.
CEI-0528
Description
A cholesterol lowering drug and a competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA (3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A) reductase, a rate limiting enzyme in cholesterol synthesis. Blocks the production of mevalonate, a critical compound in the production of cholesterol and isoprenoids.
Alias
Mevinolin; Mevacor; Monacolin K; 6-α-Methylcompactin; MK-803
Synonyms
Mevinolin; Mevacor; Monacolin K; 6-α-Methylcompactin; MK-803
CAS No.
75330-75-5
Product_Overview
A HMG-CoA inhibitor
Targets
HMG-CoA
M.Wt
347.39
Purity
>98%
Appearance
Beige solid
Solubility
DMSO (50 mM)
Storage
-20 centigrade
Shipping Conditions
Gel pack
Handling
Protect from air and light
Usage
For Research Use Only! Not For Use in Humans.
