- Available in Thailand
- Not under this nameAtivan was not found, but other lorazepam products are available
- Active ingredient
- LorazepamBenzodiazepine
- Prescription
- Prescription only (controlled substance)Dispensed only against a prescription, usually through hospitals and licensed clinics.
- Controlled substance
- Psychotropic substance, Category 4Thai narcotics law
- Bringing it in
- Prescription ≤30 days · permit 31–90 daysTraveller rules
Source: Thai FDA official records · Last checked
Is Ativan available in Thailand?
Not under that name. We found no Thai registration or import permit for Ativan. However, lorazepam is available in Thailand as Lora 0.5 mg, Lora 1 mg, Lora 2 mg, Lora 0.5 mg Table.
No Thai products found for Ativan
We searched the Thai FDA medicine register and the controlled-substance records and found no active product called Ativan.
Do I need a prescription for Ativan in Thailand?
Yes. Lorazepam is a psychotropic substance, Category 4 under Thai law. It is only dispensed against a prescription, usually through hospitals and licensed clinics.
Can I bring Ativan into Thailand?
Prescription ≤30 days · permit 31–90 days
Up to 30 days’ supply with a prescription. 31–90 days needs a Thai FDA permit.
- Up to 30 days’ supply: carry a medical certificate or prescription from your doctor. No permit is needed.
- 31 to 90 days’ supply: apply for a Thai FDA permit online at least 15 days before you travel.
- Permits are usually issued in about 3 working days.
- More than 90 days’ supply is not allowed.
Legal basis: Narcotics Code; Ministerial Regulation B.E. 2567 (2024), in force 21 September 2024. Thai FDA: guidance for travellers carrying narcotic or psychotropic medicines · Thai FDA: Permit for Traveller
Is lorazepam a controlled substance in Thailand?
Yes. Lorazepam is listed as a psychotropic substance, Category 4 on the Thai FDA Narcotics Control Division’s list.
Other lorazepam products in Thailand
These contain the same active ingredient as Ativan. They are not necessarily interchangeable: strength, form and approved uses can differ, so talk to your doctor before switching.
- Lora 0.5 mg TabletControlled supply
- Lora 1 mg TabletControlled supply
- Lora 2 mg TabletControlled supply
- Lora 0.5 mg TableControlled supply
- LORAZEPAM 0.50 MG.Controlled supply
- LORAZEPAM 1.00 mgControlled supply
- LORAZEPAM 1.00 mg.Controlled supply
- LORAZEPAM 2.00 MG.Controlled supply
Sources
- Thai FDA medicine register (ระบบค้นหาข้อมูลผลิตภัณฑ์ยา), active-ingredient search for “Lorazepam”, retrieved 30 September 2026
- Thai FDA search centre: narcotic and psychotropic products (Narcotics Control Division), retrieved 30 September 2026
- Thai FDA Narcotics Control Division, Permit for Traveller: drug list, retrieved 30 September 2026
- Thai FDA: guidance for travellers carrying narcotic or psychotropic medicines
- Thai FDA: Permit for Traveller
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General information only, not medical or legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with the Thai FDA or a pharmacist before you buy, take or travel with a medicine. Medical disclaimer