Crestor vs Generic Rosuvastatin: Price in the United States (2026)
Compiled by the TrustClinix data team · Medical review pending1 official sourcePrices last checked 25 October 2026How we get our data
248× the price of the generic
Crestor 10 mg tablet costs $8.81 per tablet, compared with $0.036 for generic rosuvastatin, based on the NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost. For 30 tablets the difference is about $263.
| Product | Per tablet | 30 tablets | 365 tablets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestor 10 mg tablet (brand) | $8.81 | $264 | $3,214 |
| Generic rosuvastatin 10 mg tablet | $0.036 | $1.07 | $12.97 |
NADAC is the average price US pharmacies pay to buy a medicine (as of 21 October 2026). Prices at the pharmacy counter and with insurance differ.
Rosuvastatin is a statin used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Is Crestor the same as rosuvastatin?
Crestor is a brand name for rosuvastatin. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient at the same strength.
How much more does Crestor cost than the generic?
Based on NADAC data, Crestor 10 mg tablet costs about 248 times as much as generic rosuvastatin, a difference of about $263 for 30 tablets.
Can I switch from the brand to a generic?
Ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not change or stop a prescribed medicine without medical advice.
Evidence
Sources
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) 2026 (as of 2026-10-21). data.medicaid.gov/dataset/fbb83258-11c7-47f5-8b18-5f8e79f7e704. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
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