Lovastatin sodium salt ≥97% (by HPLC)

Supplier: Enzo Life Sciences

Synonyms: 6-α-Methylcompactin sodium saltMevinolin sodium salt

BML-G245-0005
89158-616EA 105.98 USD
89158-616
Lovastatin sodium salt ≥97% (by HPLC)
Lovastatin sodium salt

Active carboxylate form of Lovastatin. Active in whole cells as well as cell-free assays. Inhibits cholesterol/ isoprenoid biosynthesis by inhibition of HMG-CoA reductase (Ki for acid form is 1 nM) and blocks protein isoprenylation and reduces plasma cholesterol levels in humans. Causes cells to arrest early in the G1 phase.


  • Active in whole cells as well as cell-free assays


White solid.


Soluble in DMSO (10mg/ml) or 100% ethanol (10mg/ml).

Formula: C₂₄H₃₇O₆·Na
MW: 444.5 g/mol
Storage Temperature: Freezer
CAS Number: 75225-50-2

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