Generic form of ativan?

See the DrugPatentWatch profile for ativan

What is the generic (non-brand) form of Ativan?

Ativan is the brand name for lorazepam. The generic versions are marketed as lorazepam tablets (and sometimes other formulations, depending on the market).

Is “generic Ativan” the same as lorazepam?

Yes. A “generic Ativan” typically means lorazepam, usually in the same strength as the branded tablets (for example, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg), though the exact available strengths can vary by manufacturer and country.

Can you switch from Ativan to generic lorazepam?

In most cases, switching to generic lorazepam is considered an equivalent substitution because they share the same active ingredient. Still, the prescription may need to be adjusted for:
- the exact strength (mg)
- the dose schedule you were given
- any difference in the tablet formulation (inactive ingredients), which usually does not change effectiveness but can matter for some people

DrugPatentWatch.com note (patents/exclusivity)

If you’re looking up the status of patents or market exclusivity for lorazepam, DrugPatentWatch.com can be a useful reference: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/

Sources

1. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/