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COLAZAL vs TROVAN/ZITHROMAX COMPLIANCE PAK

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. COLAZAL and TROVAN/ZITHROMAX COMPLIANCE PAK 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.

Rating

74/100
60/100

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30
~$9.48 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

BALSALAZIDE DISODIUM
AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE AND TROVAFLOXACIN MESYLATE

Dosage forms

Capsule
Tablet

Drug class

Aminosalicylate
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Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

—
about 68 hours

Treats

Ulcerative Colitis
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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Colazal or Trovan/Zithromax Compliance Pak?

By our independent rating, Colazal scores higher — 3.7 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Trovan/Zithromax Compliance Pak. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Colazal or Trovan/Zithromax Compliance Pak?

Trovan/Zithromax Compliance Pak costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $9.48 vs $11.02 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Colazal and Trovan/Zithromax Compliance Pak?

Colazal contains Balsalazide Disodium, while Trovan/Zithromax Compliance Pak contains Azithromycin Dihydrate and Trovafloxacin Mesylate — 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.