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Alternatives to MEVACOR

Therapeutic equivalents (LOVASTATIN), ranked by independent rating.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate
This product:MEVACOR70/100

Same active ingredient

Rx62/100

lovastatin

Lovastatin

(53 data points)
~$1.30 /30View
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Same drug classHMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor →

Different ingredient, same FDA pharmacologic class — other options that do a similar job.

Rx72/100
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pravachol

Pravastatin Sodium

(4 data points)
~$2.02 /30View
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Rx70/100

crestor

Rosuvastatin Calcium

(1 data points)
~$1.37 /30View
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Rx70/100
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zocor

Simvastatin

(1 data points)
~$0.93 /30View
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Rx68/100
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lescol xl

Fluvastatin Sodium

(23 data points)
~$85.52 /30View
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Rx68/100

pitavastatin calcium

Pitavastatin Calcium

(29 data points)
~$38.04 /30View
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Rx64/100

nikita

Pitavastatin Sodium

(53 data points)
~$38.04 /30View
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Rx64/100

rosuvastatin calcium

Rosuvastatin Calcium

(53 data points)
~$1.37 /30View
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RxNew

atorvaliq

Atorvastatin Calcium

~$0.92 /30View
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RxNew

ezallor sprinkle

Rosuvastatin Calcium

~$1.37 /30View
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RxNew

flolipid

Simvastatin

~$0.93 /30View
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RxNew
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lipitor

Atorvastatin Calcium

~$0.92 /30View
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RxNew

livalo

Pitavastatin Calcium

~$38.04 /30View
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Frequently asked questions

What are alternatives to Mevacor?

Alternatives to Mevacor include Lovastatin, Pravachol, Crestor, Zocor, Lescol XL, among others — each ranked by independent rating on this page.

What is the best-rated alternative to Mevacor?

By our independent rating, Pravachol is the highest-rated alternative to Mevacor (3.6 out of 5). Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data — always consult a professional before switching.

Switching medications can affect how a treatment works. This page is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before changing or substituting a medication.