LESCOL XL vs MEVACOR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. LESCOL XL and MEVACOR 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	LESCOL XL	MEVACOR
Rating	68/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$85.52 /30	~$1.30 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	FLUVASTATIN SODIUM	LOVASTATIN
Manufacturer	Sandoz	Merck
Dosage forms	Tablet, extended release	Tablet
Drug class	Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor	Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias	Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias

lescol xl mevacor

Rating

68/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$85.52 /30

~$1.30 /30

Type

Active ingredient

FLUVASTATIN SODIUM

LOVASTATIN

Manufacturer

Sandoz

Merck

Dosage forms

Tablet, extended release

Tablet

Drug class

Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Lescol XL or Mevacor?

By our independent rating, Mevacor scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Lescol XL. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Lescol XL or Mevacor?

Mevacor costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $1.30 vs $85.52 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Lescol XL and Mevacor?

Lescol XL contains Fluvastatin Sodium, while Mevacor contains Lovastatin — 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.