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CALCIFEDIOL vs CALCITRIOL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CALCIFEDIOL vs CALCITRIOL: Safety Overview

Metric CALCIFEDIOL CALCITRIOL
Total FAERS Reports 708 2,369
Deaths Reported 207 426
Death Rate 29.2% 18.0%
Hospitalizations 389 1,107
Average Patient Age 72.9 yrs 63.0 yrs
% Female Patients 57.6% 39.2%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer OPKO Pharmaceuticals LLC Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription