General description
A water-soluble, competitive 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitor that blocks in vivo cholesterol synthesis (Ki ~1 nM). Also acts as an immunomodulator and an inhibitor of ras p21 isoprenylation.
A water-soluble, competitive 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitor that potently blocks in vivo cholesterol synthesis (Ki = ~1 nM). Offers cardioprotection. Also acts as an immunomodulator and an inhibitor of ras p21 isoprenylation.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Cell permeable: no
Primary Target
AMG-CoA reductase
Product does not compete with ATP.
Reversible: no
Target Ki: ~1 nM inhibiting 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase and blocking in vivo cholesterol synthesis
Packaging
Packaged under inert gas
Warning
Toxicity: Environmental Hazard (N)
Reconstitution
Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months at -20°C.
Other Notes
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Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
- UPC:
- 51472302
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- WeightUOM:
- LB
- MPN:
- 524403-25MG
