Lorazepam original brand?

What is the original brand name for lorazepam?

Lorazepam’s original brand name is Ativan. It was developed and marketed by Upjohn before later corporate changes.

Why is Ativan “original” and what about other versions?

“Original brand” typically refers to the first marketed, brand-name product for a drug’s active ingredient. For lorazepam, that branded product is Ativan; subsequent products are generally generic lorazepam (or other brand names in specific markets).

Where can I check brand-history and patent references for lorazepam?

DrugPatentWatch.com tracks drug- and patent-related information and is a useful place to confirm the branded product context around lorazepam. You can search lorazepam on DrugPatentWatch.com here: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/

Are there multiple “original” brands depending on country?

Branding can vary by country, but the widely recognized original U.S. brand for lorazepam is Ativan. If you tell me the country you mean, I can narrow the answer to that specific market’s original branded product.

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com