Description_x000D_ Packaging_x000D_ 5, 25 mg in glass bottle_x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Torcetrapib is a Cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) inhibitor. CETP normally transfers cholesterol from HDL cholesterol to very low density or low density lipoproteins (VLDL or LDL). Inhibition of this process results in higher HDL levels (the "good" cholesterol-containing particle) and reduces LDL levels (the "bad" cholesterol). Unfortunately clinical trials were stopped because of excessive all cause mortality. Reasons are still being investigated, but may be related to some off target effects such as an increase in aldosterone secretion not found in some other CETP inhibitors._x000D_ Features and Benefits_x000D_ This compound is also offered as part of Sigma′s Library of Pharmacologically Active Compounds (LOPAC®Pfizer), a collection of 90 Pfizer-developed drugs and research tools. Click here to learn more._x000D_ Other Notes_x000D_ This compound was developed by Pfizer for Lipid Signaling research. To learn more about Sigma′s partnership with Pfizer and view other authentic, high-quality Pfizer compounds, visit sigma.com/bsm-pfizer._x000D_ To browse the list of other pharma-developed compounds and Approved Drugs/Drug Candidates, click here._x000D_ Legal Information_x000D_ Sold for research purposes under agreement from Pfizer Inc._x000D_ LOPAC is a registered trademark of Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC_x000D_ Pfizer is a registered trademark of Pfizer, Inc.