Also known as: Pravachol; Pravastatin acid
Pravastatin is a competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase, the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It is used clinically to reduce elevated total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events. Mediocon Inc manufactures Pravastatin API at its GMP-certified facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 81093-37-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C23H36O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 424.53 g/mol |
| Grade | IP / BP / USP |
| Category | HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor (Statin) |
| Appearance | White to off-white, crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in ethanol, practically insoluble in water |
| Assay | NLT 98.0% |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 0.5% |
| Heavy Metals | NMT 20 ppm |
| Residue on Ignition | NMT 0.1% |
| Microbial Limits | Complies with pharmacopoeia |
| Identification | IR, HPLC Compliant |
| Batch No | PRAV/24032026 |
| Mfg Date | MAR 2026 |
| Exp Date | FEB 2031 |
| Packing | 25 kg HDPE drums / as per requirement |