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AMIKACIN vs GENTAMICIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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AMIKACIN vs GENTAMICIN: Safety Overview

Metric AMIKACIN GENTAMICIN
Total FAERS Reports 11,312 6,591
Deaths Reported 2,114 947
Death Rate 18.7% 14.4%
Hospitalizations 4,686 2,865
Average Patient Age 54.3 yrs 52.2 yrs
% Female Patients 57.4% 49.4%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Insmed Incorporated Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Route RESPIRATORY (INHALATION) INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued