ASACOL HD vs DIPENTUM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. ASACOL HD and DIPENTUM 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	ASACOL HD	DIPENTUM
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$26.72 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MESALAMINE	OLSALAZINE SODIUM
Manufacturer	Abbvie	Mylan Spclt Viatris
Dosage forms	Tablet, delayed release	Capsule
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	Aminosalicylate
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 7 to 9 hours (apparent terminal half-life)	—
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis, Proctitis, Sigmoid Diseases	Ulcerative Colitis

asacol hd dipentum

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$26.72 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

MESALAMINE

OLSALAZINE SODIUM

Manufacturer

Abbvie

Mylan Spclt Viatris

Dosage forms

Tablet, delayed release

Capsule

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 7 to 9 hours (apparent terminal half-life)

—

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis, Proctitis, Sigmoid Diseases

Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Asacol Hd and Dipentum?

Asacol Hd contains Mesalamine, while Dipentum contains Olsalazine Sodium — 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.