Full price comparison · US & Canada
How Much Does Azulfidine Cost? — Save Up to 12% in Canada
Cheaper in Canada
0%
lower price for Sulfasalazine, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$19.88
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.215
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.190
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 500mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $19.88Lowest | $22.88 | $0.53 | |
| $25.81 | $28.81 | $0.53 | |
| $25.81 | $28.81 | $0.53 | |
| $28.08 | $31.08 | $0.53 | |
| $28.47 | $31.47 | $0.53 | |
| $28.47 | $31.47 | $0.53 | |
| $32.60 | $32.60 | $0.53 | |
| $51.66 | $51.66 | $0.53 | |
| $56.25 | $59.25 | $0.53 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 1 gmfrom $28.85
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.960 | 30 | $0.00 | $28.85Lowest | |
| $1.07 | 30 | $0.00 | $32.06 |
Initial · 1000 mgfrom $25.42
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.350 | 90 | $14.95 | $31.77Lowest | |
| $0.380 | 90 | $14.95 | $34.16 | |
| $0.400 | 90 | $14.95 | $36.30 | |
| $0.420 | 60 | $14.95 | $25.42 | |
| $0.460 | 60 | $14.95 | $27.33 | |
| $0.480 | 60 | $14.95 | $29.04 | |
| $0.560 | 90 | $14.95 | $50.00 | |
| $2.03 | 90 | $14.95 | $182.83 | |
| $2.15 | 60 | $14.95 | $129.06 |
Generic · Defaultfrom $32.86
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.190 | 300 | Free | $55.66Lowest | |
| $0.220 | 300 | Free | $66.99 | |
| $0.230 | 600 | $14.95 | $136.78 | |
| $0.240 | 500 | $14.95 | $121.31 | |
| $0.250 | 600 | $14.95 | $149.22 | |
| $0.260 | 500 | $14.95 | $132.33 | |
| $0.270 | 600 | $0.00 | $160.25 | |
| $0.290 | 600 | $14.95 | $176.00 | |
| $0.300 | 600 | $0.00 | $178.06 | |
| $0.330 | 100 | Free | $32.86 | |
| $0.340 | 600 | $14.95 | $201.96 | |
| $0.360 | 112 | $0.00 | $40.06 | |
| $0.400 | 112 | $0.00 | $44.52 | |
| $0.440 | 100 | Free | $43.99 | |
| $0.590 | 100 | $0.00 | $59.23 | |
| $0.590 | — | $0.00 | $66.23 | |
| $0.800 | 100 | $0.00 | $79.90 | |
| $0.890 | 100 | $0.00 | $88.78 | |
| $0.970 | 100 | $14.95 | $96.53 | |
| $1.53 | 100 | $9.95 | $153.14 |
Brand · Defaultfrom $32.86
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.190 | 300 | Free | $55.66Lowest | |
| $0.220 | 300 | Free | $66.99 | |
| $0.230 | 600 | $14.95 | $136.78 | |
| $0.240 | 500 | $14.95 | $121.31 | |
| $0.250 | 600 | $14.95 | $149.22 | |
| $0.260 | 500 | $14.95 | $132.33 | |
| $0.270 | 600 | $0.00 | $160.25 | |
| $0.290 | 600 | $14.95 | $176.00 | |
| $0.300 | 600 | $0.00 | $178.06 | |
| $0.330 | 100 | Free | $32.86 | |
| $0.340 | 600 | $14.95 | $201.96 | |
| $0.360 | 112 | $0.00 | $40.06 | |
| $0.400 | 112 | $0.00 | $44.52 | |
| $0.440 | 100 | Free | $43.99 | |
| $0.590 | 100 | $0.00 | $59.23 | |
| $0.590 | — | $0.00 | $66.23 | |
| $0.800 | 100 | $0.00 | $79.90 | |
| $0.890 | 100 | $0.00 | $88.78 | |
| $0.970 | 100 | $14.95 | $96.53 | |
| $1.53 | 100 | $9.95 | $153.14 |
Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Sulfasalazine.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $19.88 for Sulfasalazine with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Sulfasalazine at roughly $0.215 per unit, a published price with no membership card or coupon involved. See the three-price comparison above for how that stacks up against discount-card pharmacies.
What do Canadian pharmacies charge for Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)?
We found Canadian pricing for Sulfasalazine starting near $0.190 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) priced differently in the US and Canada?
Drug pricing is set separately in each country through different negotiation, regulatory, and distribution systems, so the same medication can legitimately carry different price tags on either side of the border. In this case, our data shows the Canadian price coming in lower — but that isn't true for every drug, so it's worth checking each medication individually rather than assuming.
Is a generic version of Azulfidine available?
Yes. Azulfidine is the brand name for the drug sulfasalazine. Generic sulfasalazine, produced by several pharmaceutical manufacturers, is widely available in both immediate-release and delayed-release (EN-tabs) formulations. Because generic medications are typically more affordable, it is worth checking for available coupons or discount programs for sulfasalazine before filling your prescription.
What is Azulfidine used for, and how does it work?
Azulfidine (sulfasalazine) is a prescription anti-inflammatory agent used to manage two primary conditions: ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. In ulcerative colitis, an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the colon's lining, the drug works to reduce inflammation, thereby alleviating symptoms like diarrhea, pain, and rectal bleeding. For rheumatoid arthritis, it helps decrease swelling and pain in the joints by inhibiting inflammatory pathways. It is available in immediate-release and extended-release (Azulfidine EN-tabs) tablets. Important safety considerations include informing your doctor of any allergies (especially to sulfa drugs or salicylates like aspirin), existing medical conditions (such as intestinal blockage or porphyria), and all other medications and supplements you are taking to ensure safe use.
What are potential side effects of Azulfidine?
Common side effects of Azulfidine may include headache, loss of appetite, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and a reversible decrease in sperm count. Less frequently, it can cause mood changes like insomnia or depression. The medication may also turn skin, urine, or other bodily fluids an orange-yellow color, which is harmless. Serious but rare reactions require immediate medical attention. These include signs of a severe allergic reaction (rash, hives, fever, difficulty breathing, facial swelling) or serious skin reactions (painful red or purple rash with blistering and peeling, often with fever and burning eyes). Always review the Medication Guide provided with your prescription and discuss any concerns or side effects with your doctor or pharmacist.