Many medications in the statin class of drugs are available, including atorvastatin (Lipitor), fluvastatin (Lescol), lovastatin (Mevacor, Altoprev), pravastatin (Pravachol), rosuvastatin calcium (Crestor), pitavastatin (Livalo) and simvastatin (Zocor). These drugs are highly effective, reducing overall cardiovascular risk. Statins are the most frequently prescribed cholesterol-lowering drugs, but there are other types of cholesterol-lowering drugs available, including bile acid sequestrants (resins), fibrates and cholesterol absorption inhibitors. The updated 2018 guidelines recommend considering non-statin drugs in the treatment of high cholesterol, including ezetimibe and PCSK9 inhibitors.