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PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM vs ZOCOR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM and ZOCOR 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 calciumzocor

Rating

68/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$38.04 /30
~$0.93 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM
SIMVASTATIN

Manufacturer

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd
Organon

Dosage forms

Tablet
Tablet

Drug class

Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor
Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 12 hours
about 2 hours (short) in typical adults

Treats

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

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Pitavastatin Calcium or Zocor?

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

Which is cheaper, Pitavastatin Calcium or Zocor?

Zocor costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.93 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 Zocor?

Pitavastatin Calcium contains Pitavastatin Calcium, while Zocor contains Simvastatin — 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.