Atorvastatin
Sold as Lipitor
Atorvastatin lowers LDL ("bad") cholesterol and triglycerides and modestly raises HDL ("good") cholesterol. It's the most-prescribed drug in the United States. Generic atorvastatin is typically 90%+ cheaper than brand Lipitor.
As of August 2026, Atorvastatin (20 mg) cash prices on BetterBuyRx start at $5.00 across 8 verified sources (lowest at Honeybee Health). The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $7.15 in the 328xx ZIP area (checked Aug 23, 2026); card prices vary by ZIP, so enter yours on the drug page for local pharmacy prices. Prices change; confirm at the counter.
What it treats
Lowers the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events in people with high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, or known coronary artery disease.
Typical dosing
Typical adult dose: 10-80 mg once daily, taken at the same time each day. Can be taken with or without food.
Side effects
Common: muscle aches, mild stomach upset, joint pain. Serious (rare): unexplained muscle pain or weakness with dark urine (rhabdomyolysis), liver enzyme elevation.
Interactions to know
Avoid large amounts of grapefruit juice. Tell your prescriber about other cholesterol meds, certain antibiotics (clarithromycin), antifungals, and HIV protease inhibitors.
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
Do not use during pregnancy. Atorvastatin is contraindicated.
Live price snapshot
| Source | Type | Cash price |
|---|---|---|
| Honeybee Health | pharmacy | $5.00 |
| Amazon Pharmacy RxPass | program | $5.00 |
| Mark Cuban Cost Plus | pharmacy | $5.45 |
| Costco Pharmacy | pharmacy | $6.49 |
| Blink Health | pharmacy | $6.99 |
| HealthWarehouse | pharmacy | $12.30 |
Save with the free BetterBuyRx card
The BetterBuyRx discount card is free, no signup, no insurance needed. It recently showed $7.15 for Atorvastatin at a partner-network pharmacy in the 328xx ZIP area, card prices vary by ZIP, so enter yours on the drug page for local pharmacy prices. Show the card at the pharmacy counter; it can't be combined with insurance.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does Atorvastatin cost without insurance?
- As of the latest check, the lowest verified cash price we've found for Atorvastatin is $5.00 at Honeybee Health, across 8 verified sources. Cash prices are unregulated and vary by pharmacy, so compare before you fill and confirm the price at the counter.
- Is there a generic for Atorvastatin?
- Yes. Atorvastatin is the generic; it is also sold under brand names such as Lipitor. The generic is typically far cheaper than brand and is what our verified cash prices reflect.
- Can I use the free BetterBuyRx discount card for Atorvastatin?
- Yes. The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $7.15 for this medication at a partner-network pharmacy in the 328xx ZIP area (checked Aug 23, 2026). Card prices vary by ZIP, enter yours on the drug page to see local pharmacy prices. Show the card (BIN, PCN, Group, and Member ID where required) at the counter; it can't be combined with insurance.
- Why does the price of Atorvastatin vary so much between pharmacies?
- U.S. cash prescription prices are unregulated, each pharmacy sets its own markup, and discount programs and mail-order sources widen the spread further (this is common across the Statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor) class). That's why comparing verified prices before you fill can save money.
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Educational only. Not medical advice. Always confirm with your prescriber or pharmacist.