BAYCOL vs GEMFIBROZIL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. BAYCOL and GEMFIBROZIL are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	BAYCOL	GEMFIBROZIL
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	~$3.09 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CERIVASTATIN SODIUM	GEMFIBROZIL
Manufacturer	Bayer Pharms	Cadila Pharms Ltd
Dosage forms	Tablet	Tablet
Drug class	—	Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor Alpha Agonist
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias	Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias

baycol gemfibrozil

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

~$3.09 /30

Type

Active ingredient

CERIVASTATIN SODIUM

GEMFIBROZIL

Manufacturer

Bayer Pharms

Cadila Pharms Ltd

Dosage forms

Tablet

Drug class

—

Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor Alpha Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Baycol and Gemfibrozil?

Baycol contains Cerivastatin Sodium, while Gemfibrozil contains Gemfibrozil — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.