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FLUOCINONIDE vs FLUOROURACIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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FLUOCINONIDE vs FLUOROURACIL: Safety Overview

Metric FLUOCINONIDE FLUOROURACIL
Total FAERS Reports 1,050 53,045
Deaths Reported 5 6,997
Death Rate 0.5% 13.2%
Hospitalizations 29 20,941
Average Patient Age 55.2 yrs 62.0 yrs
% Female Patients 63.9% 44.2%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. Mayne Pharma Inc.
Route TOPICAL TOPICAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued