Who Qualifies for Crestor Discounts
Crestor (rosuvastatin), a statin for high cholesterol, has discounts mainly for uninsured or underinsured patients paying cash. Eligibility typically requires U.S. residency, a valid prescription, and no government insurance like Medicare or Medicaid—private insurance often disqualifies you. Programs exclude institutional purchases or certain pharmacies.[1]
How Crestor Savings Cards Work
The official Crestor Savings Card from AstraZeneca cuts costs to as low as $3–$10 per 30-day supply (up to 90 days at once), capped at $75–$150 savings per fill depending on strength. Activate online or by phone; it auto-renews. Valid at most U.S. pharmacies, but not for mail-order in some cases. Expires after 48 months of inactivity.[1][2]
GoodRx and Pharmacy Coupon Options
GoodRx offers Crestor coupons averaging 85% off retail (e.g., generic rosuvastatin at $4–$12 for 30 days). No income check; print or show digitally at 70,000+ pharmacies. Cheaper for generics than brand-name Crestor. SingleCare matches similar prices, sometimes lower by $1–$5.[3][4]
Income-Based Patient Assistance Programs
AstraZeneca's Patient Assistance Program provides Crestor free for uninsured patients earning ≤$50,000 (individual) or $65,000 (couple), with household size adjustments. Apply via doctor or online; approval lasts 12 months. Covers brand-name only, not generics.[1]
NeedyMeds lists additional options like Partnership for Prescription Assistance for low-income qualifiers under federal poverty limits.[5]
Restrictions and Exclusions
Discounts void with Medicare Part D, Medicaid, VA, or similar. Not combinable with insurance copays. Brand Crestor coupons often exclude generics; check for 30-day fill limits. Prices fluctuate by pharmacy and location—Walmart or Costco may beat averages.[3]
Generic Rosuvastatin Savings Differences
Generics qualify for broader coupons (e.g., GoodRx at $4/month) without brand restrictions. No patent issues since Crestor lost exclusivity in 2016; generics from multiple makers like Teva are cheaper baseline.[2][6]
[1]: Crestor Savings Card
[2]: Drugs.com Crestor Coupons
[3]: GoodRx Rosuvastatin
[4]: SingleCare Crestor
[5]: NeedyMeds Crestor
[6]: DrugPatentWatch Crestor