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AZITHROMYCIN vs ERYTHROMYCIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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AZITHROMYCIN vs ERYTHROMYCIN: Safety Overview

Metric AZITHROMYCIN ERYTHROMYCIN
Total FAERS Reports 17,553 7,325
Deaths Reported 1,405 467
Death Rate 8.0% 6.4%
Hospitalizations 5,983 1,213
Average Patient Age 51.5 yrs 53.9 yrs
% Female Patients 58.6% 79.8%
FDA Approval Date Apr 11, 2023 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer DirectRx Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL TOPICAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued