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CEFIXIME vs CEFOTAXIME: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFIXIME vs CEFOTAXIME: Safety Overview

Metric CEFIXIME CEFOTAXIME
Total FAERS Reports 1,141 3,298
Deaths Reported 33 557
Death Rate 2.9% 16.9%
Hospitalizations 442 1,932
Average Patient Age 47.4 yrs 46.7 yrs
% Female Patients 69.1% 40.4%
FDA Approval Date Apr 10, 2007 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Health Department, Oklahoma State SteriMax Inc.
Route ORAL INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued