LORAZEPAM vs SURITAL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 12, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. LORAZEPAM and SURITAL 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	SURITAL
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$1.14 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LORAZEPAM	THIAMYLAL SODIUM
Manufacturer	Ani Pharms	Parkedale
Dosage forms	Injectable, Solution, Liquid, Tablet	Injectable
Drug class	Benzodiazepine	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Half-life	about 12 hours (mean)	—
Treats	Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder	Anxiety Disorders

lorazepam surital

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$1.14 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

LORAZEPAM

THIAMYLAL SODIUM

Manufacturer

Ani Pharms

Parkedale

Dosage forms

Injectable, Solution, Liquid, Tablet

Injectable

Drug class

Benzodiazepine

—

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 12 hours (mean)

—

Treats

Anxiety Disorders, Catatonia, Depressive Disorder

Anxiety Disorders

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Lorazepam and Surital?

Lorazepam contains Lorazepam, while Surital contains Thiamylal 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.