COLAZAL vs DOPRAM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 9, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and DOPRAM 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	DOPRAM
Rating	74/100	72/100
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	DOXAPRAM HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Hikma
Dosage forms	Capsule	Injectable
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	Hypercapnia, Respiratory Hypersensitivity, Substance-Related Disorders

colazal dopram

Rating

74/100

72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

DOXAPRAM HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Hikma

Dosage forms

Capsule

Injectable

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

Hypercapnia, Respiratory Hypersensitivity, Substance-Related Disorders

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Colazal or Dopram?

By our independent rating, Colazal scores higher — 3.7 vs 3.6 out of 5 for Dopram. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Colazal and Dopram?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Dopram contains Doxapram Hydrochloride — 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.