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PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM vs PRAVACHOL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM and PRAVACHOL 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.

pitavastatin calciumpravachol

Rating

68/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$38.04 /30
~$2.02 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM
PRAVASTATIN SODIUM

Manufacturer

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd
Bristol Myers Squibb

Dosage forms

Tablet
Tablet

Drug class

Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor
Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 12 hours
about 1.8 hours

Treats

Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia
Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Pitavastatin Calcium or Pravachol?

By our independent rating, Pravachol scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Pitavastatin Calcium. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Pitavastatin Calcium or Pravachol?

Pravachol costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $2.02 vs $38.04 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 Pitavastatin Calcium and Pravachol?

Pitavastatin Calcium contains Pitavastatin Calcium, while Pravachol contains Pravastatin Sodium — 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.