COLAZAL vs RAUTENSIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and RAUTENSIN 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	RAUTENSIN
Rating	74/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	ALSEROXYLON
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Novartis
Dosage forms	Capsule	Tablet
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	—

colazal rautensin

Rating

74/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

ALSEROXYLON

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Novartis

Dosage forms

Capsule

Tablet

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Colazal or Rautensin?

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

What is the difference between Colazal and Rautensin?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Rautensin contains Alseroxylon — 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.