what is the generic name of rosuvastatin?
One commonly prescribed statin, rosuvastatin (Crestor), has no generic version available. It is as potent as atorvastatin, but also expensive. The patent on Crestor is set to expire in 2016, which may lead to the availability of generic versions. Which is better? Your response to a statin is impossible to predict, though most versions, including available generics, are well-tolerated and effective.