MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE vs TEMAZEPAM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE and TEMAZEPAM 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	MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE	TEMAZEPAM
Rating	64/100	72/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.45 /mL	~$2.73 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE	TEMAZEPAM
Manufacturer	Fresenius Kabi USA	Prinston Inc
Dosage forms	Injectable, Syrup	Capsule
Drug class	Benzodiazepine	Benzodiazepine
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Treats	Anxiety Disorders, Psychomotor Agitation, Status Epilepticus	Depressive Disorder, Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders, Panic Disorder

midazolam hydrochloride temazepam

Rating

64/100

72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.45 /mL

~$2.73 /30

Type

Active ingredient

MIDAZOLAM HYDROCHLORIDE

TEMAZEPAM

Manufacturer

Fresenius Kabi USA

Prinston Inc

Dosage forms

Injectable, Syrup

Capsule

Drug class

Benzodiazepine

Boxed warning

Treats

Anxiety Disorders, Psychomotor Agitation, Status Epilepticus

Depressive Disorder, Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders, Panic Disorder

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Midazolam Hydrochloride or Temazepam?

By our independent rating, Temazepam scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.2 out of 5 for Midazolam Hydrochloride. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Midazolam Hydrochloride and Temazepam?

Midazolam Hydrochloride contains Midazolam Hydrochloride, while Temazepam contains Temazepam — 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.