COLAZAL vs HELIUM, USP

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and HELIUM, USP 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	HELIUM, USP
Rating	74/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	HELIUM
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Linde Gas North America LLC
Dosage forms	Capsule	Gas
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	Intrinsic Positive-Pressure Respiration

colazal helium, usp

Rating

74/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

HELIUM

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Linde Gas North America LLC

Dosage forms

Capsule

Gas

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

Intrinsic Positive-Pressure Respiration

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Colazal and Helium, Usp?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Helium, Usp contains Helium — 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.