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FLUOCINONIDE vs FLUOROMETHOLONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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FLUOCINONIDE vs FLUOROMETHOLONE: Safety Overview

Metric FLUOCINONIDE FLUOROMETHOLONE
Total FAERS Reports 1,050 1,173
Deaths Reported 5 142
Death Rate 0.5% 12.1%
Hospitalizations 29 181
Average Patient Age 55.2 yrs 54.7 yrs
% Female Patients 63.9% 70.7%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC
Route TOPICAL OPHTHALMIC
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued