LOVASTATIN vs MEVACOR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Attribute	LOVASTATIN	MEVACOR
Rating	62/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$1.30 /30	~$1.30 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LOVASTATIN	LOVASTATIN
Manufacturer	Lupin	Merck
Dosage forms	Tablet	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

lovastatin mevacor

Rating

62/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$1.30 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LOVASTATIN

Manufacturer

Lupin

Merck

Dosage forms

Tablet

Drug class

Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Lovastatin or Mevacor?

By our independent rating, Mevacor scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.1 out of 5 for Lovastatin. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Lovastatin or Mevacor?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $1.30 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Lovastatin and Mevacor?

Both Lovastatin and Mevacor share the active ingredient Lovastatin.

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.