lovastatin
lovastatin · lovastatins
A statin that inhibits the synthesis of cholesterolA statin that inhibits the synthesis of cholesterol.
UK/ləʊ.vəˈstat.ɪn/US/ˈloʊ.vəˌstæt.n̩/
Meaning
1 sensesA statin that inhibits the synthesis of cholesterol.
More definitions
- an oral drug (trade name Mevacor) to reduce blood cholesterol levels; used when dietary changes have proved inadequate
Origin
Probably blend of (meva)lonate + mevastatin.Probably blend of (meva)lonate + mevastatin.
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Forms
plural: lovastatins| Singular | lovastatin |
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Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- an oral drug (trade name Mevacor) to reduce blood cholesterol levels; used when dietary changes have proved inadequate:Mevacor