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DEFERASIROX vs DEFERIPRONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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DEFERASIROX vs DEFERIPRONE: Safety Overview

Metric DEFERASIROX DEFERIPRONE
Total FAERS Reports 11,322 2,487
Deaths Reported 2,661 287
Death Rate 23.5% 11.5%
Hospitalizations 4,008 923
Average Patient Age 49.8 yrs 41.7 yrs
% Female Patients 50.1% 57.4%
FDA Approval Date Apr 11, 2025 Apr 20, 2018
Manufacturer AvKARE Chiesi USA, Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription