Atorvastatin
10 · 20 · 40 · 80mg
Atorvastatin 10, 20, 40 and 80 mg tablets, a statin that lowers LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk, the ingredient in Lipitor.
FromUS$0.43/ tabletView
Cholesterol Management
This category covers medicines that lower cholesterol and other blood fats to reduce the long-term risk of heart attack and stroke. They work best alongside diet and activity. Because the benefit is invisible day to day, the reason for taking these medicines is the cardiovascular risk they reduce over years.
Medicines in the Cholesterol Management category
Rosuvastatin
5 · 10 · 20mg
Rosuvastatin 5, 10 and 20 mg tablets, a potent statin that lowers LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk, the ingredient in Crestor.
FromUS$1.24/ tabletView
Fenofibrate
160 · 200mg
Fenofibrate 160 mg and 200 mg, a fibrate that lowers triglycerides and raises HDL cholesterol, the ingredient in Lipidil.
FromUS$1.28/ tabletView
Bempedoic Acid
180mg
Bempedoic acid 180 mg tablets, a newer cholesterol-lowering medicine for people who need more than a statin or cannot take one, the ingredient in Nexletol.
FromUS$0.62/ tabletView
Key points
- These medicines lower long-term cardiovascular risk, which is why they are taken without producing any felt effect.
- Statins are the main class, with ezetimibe and fibrates addressing what a statin alone does not.
- Diet, activity and smoking status change the size of the benefit rather than being replaced by the tablet.
Classes and ingredients in this category
- Statins, atorvastatin (Lipitor) and rosuvastatin (Crestor), are the mainstay.
- Add-on options: ezetimibe blocks cholesterol absorption in the gut, bempedoic acid lowers its production in the liver at a different step from statins, and the fibrate fenofibrate mainly lowers triglycerides.
Conditions it covers
These medicines are used for hypercholesterolaemia, mixed dyslipidaemia and cardiovascular risk reduction. Target levels differ with overall risk, so the same result can be acceptable for one person and not another.
Further reading
FAQ
Which cholesterol medicines are available on VGR Australia?
VGR Australia lists 5 cholesterol medicines. They contain 5 different active ingredients, including atorvastatin, rosuvastatin and ezetimibe. Examples include Atorvastatin and Rosuvastatin.
What conditions are cholesterol medicines used for?
The cholesterol medicines on VGR Australia are used for hypercholesterolaemia, cardiovascular risk reduction, hypertriglyceridaemia and dyslipidaemia. Each product page lists the conditions for that medicine.
Do cholesterol medicines come as tablets or other forms?
They come as tablets. The forms and strengths are listed on each product page.
Which of these cholesterol medicines is right for me?
Start with the active ingredient: there are 5 different ones in this range. Products that share an ingredient contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per tablet. Each product page's details table lists uses, onset, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.
Will I receive branded or generic cholesterol medicines?
A branded generic or a generic: VGR Australia supplies branded generics and generics only. Names such as Rosuvastatin and Bempedoic Acid identify the medicine; you receive a generic with the same active ingredient and dose. The exact brand depends on stock.
What you will receive →What do cholesterol medicines cost on VGR Australia?
It depends on the medicine, strength and pack size. Each product page shows the price per tablet for every option, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and discounts →Can I order cholesterol medicines online without a prescription?
Yes, online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order cholesterol medicines. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order cholesterol medicines online in Australia?
Choose a product, strength and pack on VGR Australia, then check out. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →Last updated