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CEFAZOLIN vs CEFOTAXIME: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFAZOLIN vs CEFOTAXIME: Safety Overview

Metric CEFAZOLIN CEFOTAXIME
Total FAERS Reports 5,113 3,298
Deaths Reported 345 557
Death Rate 6.7% 16.9%
Hospitalizations 2,331 1,932
Average Patient Age 54.8 yrs 46.7 yrs
% Female Patients 53.1% 40.4%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer A-S Medication Solutions SteriMax Inc.
Route INTRAMUSCULAR INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued