ATIVAN vs LORAZEPAM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	ATIVAN	LORAZEPAM
Rating	68/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$1.14 /30	~$1.14 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LORAZEPAM	LORAZEPAM
Manufacturer	Hikma	Ani Pharms
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Injectable, Solution, Liquid, Tablet
Drug class	Benzodiazepine	Benzodiazepine
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Half-life	about 12 hours (mean)	about 12 hours (mean)
Treats	Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder	Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder

ativan lorazepam

Rating

68/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$1.14 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LORAZEPAM

Manufacturer

Hikma

Ani Pharms

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Injectable, Solution, Liquid, Tablet

Drug class

Benzodiazepine

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 12 hours (mean)

Treats

Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Ativan or Lorazepam?

By our independent rating, Lorazepam scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Ativan. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Ativan or Lorazepam?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $1.14 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Ativan and Lorazepam?

Both Ativan and Lorazepam share the active ingredient Lorazepam.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.