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DICLOFENAC vs IBUPROFEN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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DICLOFENAC vs IBUPROFEN: Safety Overview

Metric DICLOFENAC IBUPROFEN
Total FAERS Reports 86,819 87,008
Deaths Reported 6,378 6,705
Death Rate 7.3% 7.7%
Hospitalizations 16,398 29,386
Average Patient Age 55.4 yrs 44.0 yrs
% Female Patients 74.8% 60.9%
FDA Approval Date Apr 17, 2008 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Carlsbad Technology, Inc. Wal-Mart Stores Inc
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued