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CORTICOTROPIN vs CORTISONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CORTICOTROPIN vs CORTISONE: Safety Overview

Metric CORTICOTROPIN CORTISONE
Total FAERS Reports 11,764 11,131
Deaths Reported 496 3,244
Death Rate 4.2% 29.1%
Hospitalizations 2,369 4,537
Average Patient Age 54.0 yrs 46.7 yrs
% Female Patients 66.6% 93.3%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer OHM PHARMA INC. Boiron
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued