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Methotrexate vs Sulfasalazine

Compare Methotrexate and Sulfasalazine side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

MethotrexateSulfasalazine
Drug classFolate Analog Metabolic InhibitorAminosalicylate
Used to treatBreast neoplasms, Choriocarcinoma, Crohn disease, Esophageal neoplasms, Hydatidiform mole, Juvenile arthritis, Leukemia, Lung neoplasms, Mycosis fungoides, Osteosarcoma, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Stomach neoplasms, Testicular neoplasmsJuvenile arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ulcerative colitis
Generic priceFrom $0.16 each, about $4.73 for 30 (2.5 mg tablet); other forms from $0.70 per mL (250 mg/10 mL vial)From $0.20 each, about $5.97 for 30 (500 mg tablet)
Brand priceNo brand price listedNo brand price listed
Generic savingsNot listedNot listed