AZULFIDINE vs DIPENTUM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. AZULFIDINE 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	AZULFIDINE	DIPENTUM
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$5.92 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	SULFASALAZINE	OLSALAZINE SODIUM
Manufacturer	Pharmacia and Upjohn	Mylan Spclt Viatris
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	Aminosalicylate
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis	Ulcerative Colitis

azulfidine dipentum

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$5.92 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

SULFASALAZINE

OLSALAZINE SODIUM

Manufacturer

Pharmacia and Upjohn

Mylan Spclt Viatris

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Azulfidine and Dipentum?

Azulfidine contains Sulfasalazine, 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.