tert-Butyl-4-hydroxy Atorvastatin is an intermediate in the synthesis of 4-Hydroxy Atorvastatin Hemicalcium Salt (H828961), a hydroxylated metabolite of Atorvastatin (A791750), a selective, competitive HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Atorvastatin is the only drug in its class specfically indicated for lowering both elevated LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides in patients with hypercholesterolemia.
Molecular Formula:C37H43FN2O6
Molecular Weight:630.75
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
