Atorvastatin Price in the United Kingdom (2026)
£0.024 per tablet
Atorvastatin 10 mg tablet in the UK: NHS Drug Tariff reimbursement price of £0.67 for a pack of 28. 30 tablets cost about £0.72 (about $0.96). How many you need each day depends on your prescription.
Atorvastatin is a statin that lowers LDL ('bad') cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
What a patient pays for atorvastatin in the UK
The NHS pays the pharmacy the Drug Tariff price shown on this page; the patient pays the flat prescription charge instead, whatever the medicine costs. Exempt groups include people aged 60 and over, under 16s, and people with certain medical conditions.
How much will atorvastatin cost you?
Atorvastatin prices in the United Kingdom by strength
| Strength | Product | Pack price | Per unit | 30 units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mg tablet | Atorvastatin 10mg tablets | £0.67 / 28 | £0.024 | £0.72 |
| 20 mg tablet | Atorvastatin 20mg tablets | £0.83 / 28 | £0.030 | £0.89 |
NHS Drug Tariff reimbursement price: the price the NHS pays pharmacies in England and Wales (Drug Tariff Category M). Patients do not pay this price: in England many pay a flat prescription charge per item, while many others are exempt (for example people aged 60 and over and people with certain conditions such as diabetes or an underactive thyroid). Prescriptions are free in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Atorvastatin price in the United Kingdom vs other countries
| Strength | Country | Price type | Per unit (USD) | vs UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mg tablet | India | Jan Aushadhi retail price (MRP) | $0.010 | -70% |
| 10 mg tablet | United States | Pharmacy acquisition cost (NADAC) | $0.023 | -28% |
| 20 mg tablet | India | Jan Aushadhi retail price (MRP) | $0.013 | -67% |
| 20 mg tablet | United States | Pharmacy acquisition cost (NADAC) | $0.029 | -28% |
Converted at ECB reference rates of 23 October 2026. Price types differ by country, so treat this as a guide.
What atorvastatin is used for
Atorvastatin is the most commonly prescribed statin and is usually taken once a day, at any time. The dose ranges from 10 mg to 80 mg depending on how much cholesterol needs to be lowered and the person's heart risk. Muscle aches are the best-known side effect. Generic atorvastatin replaced the brand Lipitor in most markets and is far cheaper.
Atorvastatin belongs to the statin (cholesterol lowering) group of medicines. It is used for high cholesterol and coronary artery disease. Only take it as prescribed by your doctor.
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Sources
- NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA). Drug Tariff Part VIIIA Category M prices - October 2026. www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/2026-09/Cat%20M%20Prices%20-%20Q. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- Department of Health and Social Care / Community Pharmacy England. NHS prescription charges in England 2026/27: £9.90 per item; prepayment certificate £32.05 (3 months), £114.50 (12 months). cpe.org.uk/our-news/nhs-prescription-charges-frozen-for-the-second-yea. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error
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