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Pravastatin sodium  (Synonyms: CS-514 sodium)

Cat. No.: HY-B0165A Purity: 99.02%
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Pravastatin sodium (CS-514 sodium) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor against sterol synthesis with IC50 of 5.6 μM.

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CAS No. : 81131-70-6

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    Pravastatin sodium purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2025 Aug 8.  [Abstract]

    Growth inhibition following statin treatment of THP‐1 cells. To assess cell proliferation, 1 × 104 cells were seeded in a six‐well plate and cultured with DMSO or Pravastatin (2 or 4  μM). Trypan blue dye exclusion assays were performed after 6 days of treatment (n = 4).

    Pravastatin sodium purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2025 Aug 8.  [Abstract]

    Relative mRNA expression levels of KLF4 and DPYSL2A in THP‐1 cells treated by Pravastatin (2 or 4  μM). Total RNA was then extracted and analyzed by RT‐qPCR. Values were normalized to the GAPDH expression levels (n = 3).

    Pravastatin sodium purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2025 Aug 8.  [Abstract]

    Cell surface expression levels of CD11b and CD14 in THP‐1 cells treated Pravastatin (2 or 4  μM) (n = 3).

    Pravastatin sodium purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2025 Aug 8.  [Abstract]

    Morphological changes in THP‐1 cells treated with DMSO or Pravastatin (4 μM) for 6 days.

    Pravastatin sodium purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FEBS Open Bio. 2025 Aug 8.  [Abstract]

    Apoptosis of THP‐1 cells treated Pravastatin (2 or 4  μM). The annexin V‐positive cells were scored using flow cytometric analysis (n = 3).
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    Description

    Pravastatin sodium (CS-514 sodium) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor against sterol synthesis with IC50 of 5.6 μM.

    IC50 & Target

    HMG-CoA reductase[1].

    Cellular Effect
    Cell Line Type Value Description References
    HepG2 IC50
    1.37 μM
    Compound: Pravastatin sodium
    In vitro HMG-CoA reductase inhibitory activity to inhibit cellular steroidgenesis in Hep G2 cells (human hepatoma cell line)
    In vitro HMG-CoA reductase inhibitory activity to inhibit cellular steroidgenesis in Hep G2 cells (human hepatoma cell line)
    [PMID: 11392538]
    HepG2 IC50
    > 200 μM
    Compound: Pravastatin sodium
    Antimalarial activity against Plasmodium berghei NK65 infected in human HepG2 cells after 48 hrs by RT-PCR
    Antimalarial activity against Plasmodium berghei NK65 infected in human HepG2 cells after 48 hrs by RT-PCR
    [PMID: 20457823]
    Hepatocyte IC50
    0.1 μM
    Compound: 1c
    Compound was tested for 50% inhibition of cholesterol synthesis in isolated rat hepatocytes.
    Compound was tested for 50% inhibition of cholesterol synthesis in isolated rat hepatocytes.
    [PMID: 2231594]
    Hepatocyte IC50
    100 nM
    Compound: 2
    The compound was tested for inhibition of Cholesterol synthesis from [14C]- Acetate in hepatocytes of rats.
    The compound was tested for inhibition of Cholesterol synthesis from [14C]- Acetate in hepatocytes of rats.
    [PMID: 1895299]
    In Vitro

    Pravastatin (CS-514) is a member of the drug class of statins, used in combination with diet, exercise, and weight-loss for lowering cholesterol and preventing cardiovascular disease[1].

    MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

    Molecular Weight

    446.51

    Formula

    C23H35NaO7

    CAS No.
    Appearance

    Solid

    Color

    Off-white to Pale purple

    SMILES

    O[C@@H](C[C@@H](O)CC(O[Na])=O)CC[C@@H]([C@H](C=C1)C)[C@@](C1=C[C@@H](O)C2)([H])[C@H]2OC([C@@H](C)CC)=O

    Structure Classification
    Initial Source

    Penicillium Citrinum

    Shipping

    Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

    Storage

    4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture and light

    *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light)

    Solvent & Solubility
    In Vitro: 

    DMSO : 100 mg/mL (223.96 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

    H2O : ≥ 50 mg/mL (111.98 mM)

    *"≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.

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    Stock Solutions
    Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
    1 mM 2.2396 mL 11.1980 mL 22.3959 mL
    5 mM 0.4479 mL 2.2396 mL 4.4792 mL
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    * Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
    Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

    * Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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    In Vivo:

    Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

    For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
    To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
    The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

    • Protocol 1

      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

      Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (5.60 mM); Clear solution

      This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

      Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

      Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
    • Protocol 2

      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

      Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (5.60 mM); Clear solution

      This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

      Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

      Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.

    For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly. It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
    The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

    • Protocol 1

      Add each solvent one by one:  PBS

      Solubility: 100 mg/mL (223.96 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

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    Working solution concentration: mg/mL
    This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.
    The concentration of the stock solution you require exceeds the measured solubility. The following solution is for reference only.If necessary, please contact MedChemExpress (MCE).
    Purity & Documentation

    Purity: 99.38%

    References

    Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

    * Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
    Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

    Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
    H2O / DMSO 1 mM 2.2396 mL 11.1980 mL 22.3959 mL 55.9898 mL
    5 mM 0.4479 mL 2.2396 mL 4.4792 mL 11.1980 mL
    10 mM 0.2240 mL 1.1198 mL 2.2396 mL 5.5990 mL
    15 mM 0.1493 mL 0.7465 mL 1.4931 mL 3.7327 mL
    20 mM 0.1120 mL 0.5599 mL 1.1198 mL 2.7995 mL
    25 mM 0.0896 mL 0.4479 mL 0.8958 mL 2.2396 mL
    30 mM 0.0747 mL 0.3733 mL 0.7465 mL 1.8663 mL
    40 mM 0.0560 mL 0.2799 mL 0.5599 mL 1.3997 mL
    50 mM 0.0448 mL 0.2240 mL 0.4479 mL 1.1198 mL
    60 mM 0.0373 mL 0.1866 mL 0.3733 mL 0.9332 mL
    80 mM 0.0280 mL 0.1400 mL 0.2799 mL 0.6999 mL
    100 mM 0.0224 mL 0.1120 mL 0.2240 mL 0.5599 mL

    * Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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