Is lorazepam stronger than Valium?

Diazepam and lorazepam differ in potency and in the time-course of their action. As a sedative, diazepam 10 mg is equivalent to lorazepam 2-2.5 mg. Diazepam is better absorbed after oral than after i.m. administrations but this does not apply to lorazepam.

How strong is Valium?

Valium is available for oral administration as tablets containing 2 mg, 5 mg or 10 mg diazepam.

Can I switch from Ativan to Valium?

When making the switch it is important to do it gradually, replacing one dose at a time and at approximately weekly intervals and making allowance for the difference in potency. For example, if you are taking lorazepam 1mg three times daily, first change the night dose to 10mg diazepam.

What is the strongest benzodiazepine for anxiety?

Alprazolam is the only high-potency benzodiazepine developed in an XR formulation. The efficacy of alprazolam XR 1 to 10 mg using a flexible-dose study design once daily in the treatment of panic disorder was established in two 6-week placebo-controlled studies.