Pitavastatin

• CAS: 147511-69-1
• Catalog Number: ACM147511691
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 421.46
• Molecular Formula: C₂₅H₂₄FNO₄
• Synonyms: ITAVASTATIN;PITAVASTATIN;monocalciumbis{(3r,5s,6e)-7-[2-cyclopyl-4-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-quinolyl]-3,5-dihydroxy-6-heptenoate};PitavastatinCa;PITVASTATIN;(3R,5S,6E)-7-(2-Cyclopropyl-4-(4-fluorophenyl)quinolin-3-yl)-3,5-dihydroxyhept-6-enoic acid;( )-(3R,5S,6E)-7-(2-Cyclopropyl-4-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-quinolyl)-3,5-dihydroxy-6-heptenoic acid;6-Heptenoic acid, 7-(2-cyclopropyl-4-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-quinolinyl)-3,5-dihydroxy-, (3R,5S,6E)-

Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of pitavastatin?

The molecular formula of pitavastatin is C25H24FNO4.

What is the molecular weight of pitavastatin?

The molecular weight of pitavastatin is 421.5 g/mol.

What is the PubChem CID of pitavastatin?

The PubChem CID of pitavastatin is 5282452.

What is the brand name of pitavastatin?

The brand name of pitavastatin is Livalo.

What is the role of pitavastatin as a medication?

Pitavastatin is used as a medication to treat hypercholesterolemia (elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood) in patients unable to sufficiently lower their cholesterol levels through diet and exercise.

What enzyme does pitavastatin inhibit?

Pitavastatin inhibits the enzyme hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase.

What compounds involved in lipid metabolism and transport are affected by pitavastatin?

Pitavastatin affects the production of cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL).

What conditions are statin medications, including pitavastatin, commonly prescribed for?

Statin medications, including pitavastatin, are commonly prescribed for dyslipidemia and for individuals at a moderate to high risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), such as those with Type 2 Diabetes.

Why are statin medications widely prescribed?

Statin medications are widely prescribed because they have shown clear evidence of reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and have minimal side effects or long-term effects.

Which statin medication is considered the most potent?

Rosuvastatin is considered the most potent statin medication.