LORAZEPAM vs SODIUM BUTABARBITAL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 8, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. LORAZEPAM and SODIUM BUTABARBITAL 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	LORAZEPAM	SODIUM BUTABARBITAL
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$1.14 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LORAZEPAM	BUTABARBITAL SODIUM
Manufacturer	Ani Pharms	Marshall Pharma
Dosage forms	Injectable, Solution, Liquid, Tablet	Tablet
Drug class	Benzodiazepine	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Half-life	about 12 hours (mean)	—
Treats	Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder	Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

lorazepam sodium butabarbital

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$1.14 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

LORAZEPAM

BUTABARBITAL SODIUM

Manufacturer

Ani Pharms

Marshall Pharma

Dosage forms

Injectable, Solution, Liquid, Tablet

Tablet

Drug class

Benzodiazepine

—

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 12 hours (mean)

—

Treats

Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder

Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Lorazepam and Sodium Butabarbital?

Lorazepam contains Lorazepam, while Sodium Butabarbital contains Butabarbital Sodium — 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.