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CEFIXIME vs CEFMETAZOLE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFIXIME vs CEFMETAZOLE: Safety Overview

Metric CEFIXIME CEFMETAZOLE
Total FAERS Reports 1,141 144
Deaths Reported 33 30
Death Rate 2.9% 20.8%
Hospitalizations 442 85
Average Patient Age 47.4 yrs 60.8 yrs
% Female Patients 69.1% 50.3%
FDA Approval Date Apr 10, 2007 Dec 11, 1989
Manufacturer Health Department, Oklahoma State N/A
Route ORAL N/A
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued