Lipitor, Lovastatin Are “Best Buy” Statins, Consumers Union Says
This article was originally published in The Pink Sheet Daily
Executive Summary
Pfizer’s statin is rated the best value for patients needing to reduce LDL cholesterol more than 40%, but generic lovastatin is best for patients needing a smaller reduction. Consumer Reports publisher posts drug comparison reports for statins, NSAIDs and PPIs on its website.
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