COLAZAL vs DIPENTUM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL 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	COLAZAL	DIPENTUM
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$11.17 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	OLSALAZINE SODIUM
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Mylan Spclt Viatris
Dosage forms	Capsule	Capsule
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	Aminosalicylate
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	Ulcerative Colitis

colazal dipentum

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$11.17 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

OLSALAZINE SODIUM

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Mylan Spclt Viatris

Dosage forms

Capsule

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Colazal and Dipentum?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, 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.