Lovastatin

• Background:

  Blocks cholesterol and isoprenoid biosynthesis via inhibition of HMG-CoA reductase (Ki=1nM for acid form) .1,2 Induces apoptosis in various cell lines.3 Causes cell cycle arrest in early G1 phase.4 Clinically useful antihyperlipemic agent.5 Cell permeable

• Conjugation:

  Unconjugated

• Buffer:

  White solid

• Storage Conditions:

  -20°C