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CEFOXITIN vs CEFTAROLINE FOSAMIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CEFOXITIN vs CEFTAROLINE FOSAMIL: Safety Overview

Metric CEFOXITIN CEFTAROLINE FOSAMIL
Total FAERS Reports 750 789
Deaths Reported 48 177
Death Rate 6.4% 22.4%
Hospitalizations 252 258
Average Patient Age 50.8 yrs 56.6 yrs
% Female Patients 57.6% 37.8%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Oct 29, 2010
Manufacturer B. Braun Medical Inc. Allergan, Inc.
Route INTRAVENOUS INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription