COLAZAL vs STOXIL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated September 30, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and STOXIL 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	STOXIL
Rating	74/100	72/100
Pharmacy pays	~$11.09 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM	IDOXURIDINE
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Glaxosmithkline
Dosage forms	Capsule	Topical, Drops
Drug class	Aminosalicylate	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Ulcerative Colitis	Dendritic Keratitis

colazal stoxil

Rating

74/100

72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$11.09 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM

IDOXURIDINE

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Glaxosmithkline

Dosage forms

Capsule

Topical, Drops

Drug class

Aminosalicylate

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis

Dendritic Keratitis

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Colazal or Stoxil?

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

What is the difference between Colazal and Stoxil?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Stoxil contains Idoxuridine — 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.