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AZITHROMYCIN vs CLARITHROMYCIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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AZITHROMYCIN vs CLARITHROMYCIN: Safety Overview

Metric AZITHROMYCIN CLARITHROMYCIN
Total FAERS Reports 17,553 18,945
Deaths Reported 1,405 987
Death Rate 8.0% 5.2%
Hospitalizations 5,983 6,385
Average Patient Age 51.5 yrs 52.9 yrs
% Female Patients 58.6% 67.0%
FDA Approval Date Apr 11, 2023 Apr 25, 2019
Manufacturer DirectRx Asclemed USA, Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued