What is the generic drug for crestor?

What’s the generic version of Crestor?

Crestor is the brand name for rosuvastatin. The generic drug name you’re looking for is rosuvastatin (available in several tablet strengths).

Why there are multiple “generic” options

Generic rosuvastatin is sold as the same active ingredient (rosuvastatin), but manufacturers can differ by strength (for example, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg) and by formulation (the common forms are tablets). Pharmacy labels will typically show “rosuvastatin” plus the manufacturer or brand of the generic.

Is there one generic or many?

For most purposes, you can treat the “generic for Crestor” as rosuvastatin—but there may be multiple generic products on the market from different companies.

Patent/exclusivity check (if you’re researching availability)

If you’re asking for “when generics launched” or which products are tied up with patents, DrugPatentWatch.com can help track that landscape for Crestor/rosuvastatin: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/