Simvastatin
Quick Overview for Simvastatin (ABIN1027855)
Application
Chemical Name
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Purpose
- HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
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Characteristics
- HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor.
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Purity
- >98 %
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Formula
- C25H38O5
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Solubility
- Soluble to 75 mM in ethanol and 50 mM in DMSO
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Comment
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Source: Synthetic.
Appearance: White solid -
Restrictions
- For Research Use only
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Format
- Solid
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Precaution of Use
- Classification: Harmful. May be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through skin. Safety Phrases: S22 - Do not breathe dust S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection Risk Phrases: R62- Possible risk of impaired fertility
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Handling Advice
- Classification: Harmful. May be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through skin. Safety Phrases: S22 - Do not breathe dust S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection Risk Phrases: R62- Possible risk of impaired fertility
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Storage
- -20 °C
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Background
- Simvastatin is a member of the drug class of statins, used for lowering cholersterol, thereby preventing cardiovascular disease. They have a powerful inhibitory effect on HMG-CoA reducatse.
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Molecular Weight
- 418.57
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CAS-No
- 79902-63-9
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