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CEFOXITIN vs CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFOXITIN vs CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL: Safety Overview

Metric CEFOXITIN CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL
Total FAERS Reports 750 323
Deaths Reported 48 5
Death Rate 6.4% 1.5%
Hospitalizations 252 160
Average Patient Age 50.8 yrs 52.9 yrs
% Female Patients 57.6% 70.0%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Aug 20, 2003
Manufacturer B. Braun Medical Inc. Amici Pharmaceuticals, LLC.
Route INTRAVENOUS ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued