Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Rosuvastatin Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin 10mg (generic) | $4 – $12 | $0 – $5 |
| Rosuvastatin 20mg (generic) | $4 – $15 | $0 – $6 |
| Rosuvastatin 40mg (generic) | $6 – $20 | $1 – $8 |
What Affects the Cost
- Brand-name vs. generic availability
- Insurance formulary tier placement
- Pharmacy choice (retail vs. mail-order vs. Costco)
- Manufacturer savings cards and coupons
- Dosage and quantity prescribed
- Geographic location
Insurance Coverage
Typical coverage: Tier 1 generic — most potent statin; widely covered with lowest copay
Most insurance plans use a tiered formulary: Tier 1 (generic) $0-$15 copay, Tier 2 (preferred brand) $25-$75, Tier 3 (non-preferred brand) $50-$150, Tier 4 (specialty) $100-$500+. Prior authorization may be required for certain medications. Step therapy may require trying cheaper alternatives first.
How to Save Money
- Always ask for generic when available — saves 50-90%
- Use GoodRx, RxSaver, or similar discount cards
- Costco pharmacy is open to non-members and often has lowest prices
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs offers transparent low pricing
- Manufacturer patient assistance programs provide free medication to qualifying patients
- HSA/FSA funds can cover medication costs tax-free
Related Procedures & Costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Generic rosuvastatin costs $4 to $20 per month without insurance. It is available on most $4 generic programs, making it extremely affordable for the most potent statin available.
Rosuvastatin is the most potent statin per milligram and may achieve slightly greater LDL reduction. However, atorvastatin has more clinical trial data. Both are excellent choices and similarly priced as generics.
Common side effects include muscle aches, headache, and nausea. Serious but rare side effects include rhabdomyolysis (severe muscle breakdown). Report unexplained muscle pain to your doctor.