HALCION vs MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. HALCION and MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE 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	MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE
Rating	64/100	64/100
Pharmacy pays	~$10.50 /30	$0.45 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	TRIAZOLAM	MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Pfizer	Fresenius Kabi USA
Dosage forms	Tablet	Injectable, Syrup
Drug class	Benzodiazepine	Benzodiazepine
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Treats	Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders	Anxiety Disorders, Psychomotor Agitation, Status Epilepticus

halcion midazolam hydrochloride

Rating

64/100

Pharmacy pays

~$10.50 /30

$0.45 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

TRIAZOLAM

MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Pfizer

Fresenius Kabi USA

Dosage forms

Tablet

Injectable, Syrup

Drug class

Benzodiazepine

Boxed warning

Treats

Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Anxiety Disorders, Psychomotor Agitation, Status Epilepticus

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Halcion or Midazolam Hydrochloride?

Halcion and Midazolam Hydrochloride are tied at 3.2 out of 5 by our independent rating.

What is the difference between Halcion and Midazolam Hydrochloride?

Halcion contains Triazolam, while Midazolam Hydrochloride contains Midazolam 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.