Pitavastatin Calcium is the calcium salt formulation of Pitavastatin, a lipophilic statin that inhibits cholesterol synthesis and displays cardioprotective properties. Pitavastatin is often combined with zoledronic acid for oncology applications. It was discovered by Nissan Chemical Industries (Japan) and developed further by Kowa Pharmaceuticals (Tokyo) and patented in 1987 by Kowa Pharmaceuticals.
Pitavastin is soluble in DMSO and DMF but sparingly soluble in aqueous buffers.
