Cholesterol Medications: Comparing Costs and Ways to Save
Cholesterol medications, including the statin class, are largely available as generics, and generic statins are frequently among the lowest-cost prescriptions at many pharmacies. Even so, the cash price for the exact same generic can differ noticeably between stores, and newer branded cholesterol drugs without a generic can be far more expensive.
The savings strategy here is mostly about comparison and generics: confirm whether a generic exists for what you're prescribed, compare cash and discount prices at several pharmacies, and ask about larger day supplies for long-term use. Each medication below links to a page where you can see current pricing.
Cholesterol medications (14)
Each medication links to its own page with live cash and discount prices. Prices vary by pharmacy, location, quantity, and eligibility.
- VytorinSave 99%
Simvastatin/Ezetimibe · 10mg/20mg
from $2.95
- CrestorSave 95%
Rosuvastatin · 10 mg
from $12.10
- LipitorSave 97%
Atorvastatin · 20 mg
from $8.40
- PravacholSave 96%
Pravastatin · 40 mg
from $7.80
- ZocorSave 97%
Simvastatin · 20 mg
from $5.40
- MevacorSave 96%
Lovastatin · 20 mg
from $6.20
- Lescol XL
Fluvastatin · 80 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Livalo
Pitavastatin · 2 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Lopid
Gemfibrozil · 600 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Nexletol
Bempedoic Acid · 180 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Questran
Cholestyramine · 4 g
Live prices on detail page
- Welchol
Colesevelam · 625 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Liptruzet
Atorvastatin/Ezetimibe · 20mg/10mg
from $3.07
- Roszet
Rosuvastatin/Ezetimibe · 20mg/10mg
from $5.09
Frequently asked questions
Why do prices for the same medication vary so much between pharmacies?
Cash prices are set by each pharmacy, not by a single national list, so the same drug and quantity can cost very different amounts across the street from each other. Discount-card prices, manufacturer arrangements, and a pharmacy's own contracts all move the final number. Comparing a few pharmacies before you fill is the simplest way to avoid overpaying.
Could a generic version lower my cost?
When an FDA-approved generic exists, it usually costs far less than the brand while containing the same active ingredient. Whether a generic is appropriate for you is a clinical decision — ask your doctor or pharmacist. This page is about cost comparison only, not which medication you should take.
Why is one generic cholesterol drug so much cheaper than another?
Cost depends on how many manufacturers make a given generic, how long it has been off-patent, and each pharmacy's contracts — not on a single official price. A widely produced generic tends to cost less than a newer or less common one. Comparing options with your prescriber and pharmacist can surface the lower-cost choice.
Related savings guides
- Generic vs Brand-Name Medications: Cost Differences Explained
How generic and brand-name medications differ in cost and FDA approval, with data on typical savings and what to ask your pharmacist.
- Why Some Generic Drugs Are Still Expensive
Generics are usually cheap, but not always. Learn the real reasons some generic drugs cost more, from limited competition to shortages and insurance tiers.
- How to Compare Prescription Prices Near You
A step-by-step guide to comparing prescription drug prices at pharmacies near you, including what info to gather and questions to ask.
This page is for cost and savings education only. It is not medical advice and makes no claims about which medication is right for you or how well any drug works. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your specific medications and coverage. Prices vary by pharmacy, location, quantity, and eligibility.
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