Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
79902-63-9
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Simvastatin is a lipid-lowering agent synthesized via fermentation followed by chemical modification. Its molecular formula is C25H38O5, with CAS No. 79902-63-9, primarily serving as a prodrug for HMG-CoA reductase inhibition.
Contraindicated in active liver disease or pregnancy. Requires storage below 25°C in dry, light-resistant conditions to maintain stability and prevent hydrolysis during handling.