COLAZAL vs LAC-HYDRIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 11, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and LAC-HYDRIN 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	LAC-HYDRIN
Rating	74/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	$0.07 /g
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	AMMONIUM LACTATE
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Sun Pharm Inds Inc
Dosage forms	Capsule	Topical
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	Ichthyosis Vulgaris

colazal lac-hydrin

Rating

74/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

$0.07 /g

Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

AMMONIUM LACTATE

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Sun Pharm Inds Inc

Dosage forms

Capsule

Topical

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

Ichthyosis Vulgaris

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Colazal and Lac-Hydrin?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Lac-Hydrin contains Ammonium Lactate — 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.