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ASPIRIN vs IBUPROFEN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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ASPIRIN vs IBUPROFEN: Safety Overview

Metric ASPIRIN IBUPROFEN
Total FAERS Reports 92,524 87,008
Deaths Reported 13,029 6,705
Death Rate 14.1% 7.7%
Hospitalizations 53,089 29,386
Average Patient Age 66.1 yrs 44.0 yrs
% Female Patients 47.2% 60.9%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Marlex Pharmaceuticals Inc. Wal-Mart Stores Inc
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued