atorvastatin,
lipitor an oral drug (trade name Lipitor) that is effective in lowering triglycerides; potent in reducing LDL cholesterol because higher doses can be given
baycol,
cerivastatin an oral drug (trade name Baycol) to reduce blood cholesterol levels
fluvastatin,
lescol least expensive statin drug (trade name Lescol); usually taken orally at bedtime
lovastatin,
mevacor an oral drug (trade name Mevacor) to reduce blood cholesterol levels; used when dietary changes have proved inadequate
pravachol,
pravastatin an oral drug (trade name Pravachol) administered to reduce blood cholesterol levels; recommended after nonfatal heart attacks
