HALCION vs LYGEN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. HALCION and LYGEN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	HALCION	LYGEN
Rating	64/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$10.50 /30	~$4.83 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	TRIAZOLAM	CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Pfizer	Alra
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule
Drug class	Benzodiazepine	Benzodiazepine
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Treats	Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders	Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium, Anxiety Disorders

halcion lygen

Rating

64/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$10.50 /30

~$4.83 /30

Type

Active ingredient

TRIAZOLAM

CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Pfizer

Alra

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

Benzodiazepine

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium, Anxiety Disorders

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Halcion or Lygen?

Lygen costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $4.83 vs $10.50 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Halcion and Lygen?

Halcion contains Triazolam, while Lygen contains Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

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.