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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A statin that inhibits the synthesis of cholesterol.
2. 2
   an oral drug (trade name Mevacor) to reduce blood cholesterol levels; used when dietary changes have proved inadequate wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

mevacor

Etymology

Probably blend of (meva)lonate + mevastatin.

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