CHRONULAC vs SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CHRONULAC and SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER 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	CHRONULAC	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER
Rating	70/100	54/100
Pharmacy pays	~$0.73 /30	$0.04 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LACTULOSE	SODIUM CHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Sanofi Aventis US	Hospira
Dosage forms	Solution	Injectable
Drug class	Osmotic Laxative	Osmotic Laxative
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Constipation, Hepatic Encephalopathy	Dehydration, Hyponatremia, Hemorrhagic Shock

chronulac sodium chloride 0.9% in plastic container

Rating

70/100

54/100

Pharmacy pays

~$0.73 /30

$0.04 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

LACTULOSE

SODIUM CHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Sanofi Aventis US

Hospira

Dosage forms

Solution

Injectable

Drug class

Osmotic Laxative

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Constipation, Hepatic Encephalopathy

Dehydration, Hyponatremia, Hemorrhagic Shock

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Chronulac or Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container?

By our independent rating, Chronulac scores higher — 3.5 vs 2.7 out of 5 for Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Chronulac and Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container?

Chronulac contains Lactulose, while Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container contains Sodium Chloride — 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.