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CYTARABINE vs FLUDARABINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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CYTARABINE vs FLUDARABINE: Safety Overview

Metric CYTARABINE FLUDARABINE
Total FAERS Reports 44,383 23,660
Deaths Reported 9,089 6,831
Death Rate 20.5% 28.9%
Hospitalizations 17,861 6,745
Average Patient Age 38.0 yrs 39.8 yrs
% Female Patients 41.2% 39.7%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Apr 18, 1991
Manufacturer Sagent Pharmaceuticals Sagent Pharmaceuticals
Route INTRATHECAL INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued