COLAZAL vs KANUMA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and KANUMA 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	KANUMA
Rating	74/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	SEBELIPASE ALFA
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Alexion Pharm
Dosage forms	Capsule	Injectable
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	Hydrolytic Lysosomal Cholesteryl Ester-Specific Enzyme
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	—

colazal kanuma

Rating

74/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

SEBELIPASE ALFA

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Alexion Pharm

Dosage forms

Capsule

Injectable

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

Hydrolytic Lysosomal Cholesteryl Ester-Specific Enzyme

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Colazal or Kanuma?

By our independent rating, Colazal scores higher — 3.7 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Kanuma. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Colazal and Kanuma?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Kanuma contains Sebelipase Alfa — 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.