Mevalonic acid [150-97-0]

MedChem Express

Mevalonic acid [150-97-0]

10

150-97-0

Research Use Only

99.0

C6H12O4

148.16

Mevalonic acid (MVA) is a precursor substance of the mevalonate pathway, which is essential for cell growth and proliferation. Mevalonic acid is effective in inhibiting Simvastatin (HY-17502)-induced decrease in C2C12 cell viability in vitro. Mevalonic acid can be used in studies of myopathy and heart failure[1][2].

O=C(O)CC(C)(O)CCO

-20°C,2°C to 8°C

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