High Cholesterol mixed with a dose or two of stress and lack of
exercise is a great formula for heart disease and/or advancement in
diabetes. For those of you less excited about heart disease or feel
potentially at risk, there are some helpful prescription alternatives.
Lipitor (atorvastatin)
has established itself as the leader in helping to reduce high
cholesterol. The 10 mg tablet, taken once a day helps block an enzyme
that produces cholesterol in the liver. The prescribed dosage
accompanied with lifestyle adjustments like a healthier diet and an
exercise regiment are ideal factors in reducing high cholesterol.
| Your Prescription |
Type
(Copay) |
Retail
(30 Days) |
Mail Service
(90 Days) |
|
| Lipitor (atorvastatin) 10 MG Tablet, 1 Tablet, once a day |
|
For individuals interested in low cost alternatives to Lipitor, we suggest the following:
| Option |
Type
(Copay) |
Retail
(30 Days) |
Mail Service
(90 Days) |
|
|
 |
| lovastatin (generic) 40MG Tablet, 1 Tablet, once a day |
| Generic |
$51.33 |
$150.99 |
Annual
|
$405.55 |
$417.55 |
|
|
| Walmart: $4 Generics Program
$4 for a 30 day supply at at select locations. |
|
|
| Lipitor (atorvastatin) 20MG Tablet, ½ Tablet, once a day |
| Brand |
$61.14 |
$180.43 |
Annual
|
$287.78 |
$299.78 |
|
|
| Consumer Reports: Best Buy Drugs
Statins for high cholesterol
Best Buy at 20mg and 40mg for Higher Risk People |
|
|
| pravastatin (generic) 40MG Tablet, 1 Tablet, once a day |
| Generic |
$73.42 |
$217.25 |
| Annual |
$140.50 |
$152.50 |
|
|
| Consumer Reports: Best Buy Drugs
Statins for high cholesterol
For people who require LDL lowering of less than 30% |
|
|
| simvastatin (generic) 20MG Tablet, 1 Tablet, once a day |
| Generic |
$75.30 |
$222.90 |
| Annual |
$117.90 |
$129.90 |
|
|
Consumer Reports: Best Buy Drugs
Statins for high cholesterol |
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You can find this and other detailed lower cost alternative reports on our consumer friendly site RXaminer.
Be Healthy.
