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CEFOTAXIME vs CEFOXITIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFOTAXIME vs CEFOXITIN: Safety Overview

Metric CEFOTAXIME CEFOXITIN
Total FAERS Reports 3,298 750
Deaths Reported 557 48
Death Rate 16.9% 6.4%
Hospitalizations 1,932 252
Average Patient Age 46.7 yrs 50.8 yrs
% Female Patients 40.4% 57.6%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer SteriMax Inc. B. Braun Medical Inc.
Route INTRAMUSCULAR INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued