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CEFMETAZOLE vs CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFMETAZOLE vs CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL: Safety Overview

Metric CEFMETAZOLE CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL
Total FAERS Reports 144 323
Deaths Reported 30 5
Death Rate 20.8% 1.5%
Hospitalizations 85 160
Average Patient Age 60.8 yrs 52.9 yrs
% Female Patients 50.3% 70.0%
FDA Approval Date Dec 11, 1989 Aug 20, 2003
Manufacturer N/A Amici Pharmaceuticals, LLC.
Route N/A ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued