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CEFMETAZOLE vs CEFOTAXIME: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFMETAZOLE vs CEFOTAXIME: Safety Overview

Metric CEFMETAZOLE CEFOTAXIME
Total FAERS Reports 144 3,298
Deaths Reported 30 557
Death Rate 20.8% 16.9%
Hospitalizations 85 1,932
Average Patient Age 60.8 yrs 46.7 yrs
% Female Patients 50.3% 40.4%
FDA Approval Date Dec 11, 1989 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer N/A SteriMax Inc.
Route N/A INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued