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CORTICOTROPIN vs COSYNTROPIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CORTICOTROPIN vs COSYNTROPIN: Safety Overview

Metric CORTICOTROPIN COSYNTROPIN
Total FAERS Reports 11,764 93
Deaths Reported 496 4
Death Rate 4.2% 4.3%
Hospitalizations 2,369 23
Average Patient Age 54.0 yrs 28.2 yrs
% Female Patients 66.6% 72.1%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer OHM PHARMA INC. Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Route ORAL INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription