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Atorvastatin

IUPAC: (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-propan-2-ylpyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid

C33H35FN2O5 Organic Compounds CAS 134523-00-5
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Formula / NotationC33H35FN2O5
CAS Number134523-00-5
Molecular Weight558.6
Melting Point176 °C
Boiling Point722 ºC at 760 mmHg
SolubilityPractically insoluble
AppearanceSolid
Also Known As(3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-propan-2-ylpyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; 134523-00-5; Cardyl; atorvastatina; atorvastatine; (3R,5R)-7-(2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-isopropyl-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; atorvastatinum; A0JWA85V8F; (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-(propan-2-yl)-1H-pyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; DTXSID8029868
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Atorvastatin?

Atorvastatin is a dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid that is a member of the drug class known as statins, used primarily for lowering blood cholesterol and for preventing cardiovascular diseases. It has a role as a xenobiotic and an environmental contaminant. It is a member of pyrroles, a dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid, an aromatic amide, a member of monofluorobenzenes and a statin (synthetic). It is functionally related to a heptanoic acid. It is a conjugate acid of an atorvastatin(1-).

Formula & Notation

C33H35FN2O5

IUPAC Name: (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-propan-2-ylpyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid

Other Names / Synonyms: (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-propan-2-ylpyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; 134523-00-5; Cardyl; atorvastatina; atorvastatine; (3R,5R)-7-(2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-isopropyl-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; atorvastatinum; A0JWA85V8F; (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-(propan-2-yl)-1H-pyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; DTXSID8029868

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid. Molecular formula: C33H35FN2O5. Molecular weight: 558.6 g/mol. Boiling point: 722 ºC at 760 mmHg. Melting point: 176 °C. Solubility: Practically insoluble. LogP: 5.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point176 °C
Boiling Point722 ºC at 760 mmHg
Molecular Weight558.6
SolubilityPractically insoluble
AppearanceSolid

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Atorvastatin
Formula C33H35FN2O5
CAS Number 134523-00-5
Molecular Weight 558.6
Synonyms (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-propan-2-ylpyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; 134523-00-5; Cardyl; atorvastatina; atorvastatine; (3R,5R)-7-(2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-isopropyl-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; atorvastatinum; A0JWA85V8F; (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-(propan-2-yl)-1H-pyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid; DTXSID8029868

Frequently Asked Questions

Atorvastatin is a dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid that is a member of the drug class known as statins, used primarily for lowering blood cholesterol and for preventing cardiovascular diseases. It has a role as a xenobiotic and an environmental contaminant. It is a member of pyrroles, a dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid, an aromatic amide, a member of monofluorobenzenes and a statin (synthetic). It is functionally related to a heptanoic acid. It is a conjugate acid of an atorvastatin(1-).

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