Fluvastatin
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Fluvastatin
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | |
| 7-[3-(4-fluorophenyl) -1-(1-methylethyl) -1H-indol-2-yl]-3, 5-dihydroxy-hept-6-enoic acid | |
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| ATC code | C10 |
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| Chemical data | |
| Formula | C24H26FNO4 |
| Mol. mass | 411.466 g/mol |
| Pharmacokinetic data | |
| Bioavailability | ? |
| Protein binding | 98% |
| Metabolism | ? |
| Half life | 2.5 hours |
| Excretion | ? |
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| Routes | ? |
Fluvastatin (Lescol®, Canef®) is a member of the drug class of statins, used to treat hypercholesterolemia and to prevent cardiovascular disease.
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