COLAZAL vs DESFERAL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 8, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and DESFERAL 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	COLAZAL	DESFERAL
Rating	74/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	DEFEROXAMINE MESYLATE
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Mitem Pharma
Dosage forms	Capsule	Injectable, Powder
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	Bone Diseases, Corneal Diseases, Hemochromatosis

colazal desferal

Rating

74/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

DEFEROXAMINE MESYLATE

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Mitem Pharma

Dosage forms

Capsule

Injectable, Powder

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

Bone Diseases, Corneal Diseases, Hemochromatosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Colazal and Desferal?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Desferal contains Deferoxamine Mesylate — 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.