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FLUORESCEIN vs FLUOROURACIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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FLUORESCEIN vs FLUOROURACIL: Safety Overview

Metric FLUORESCEIN FLUOROURACIL
Total FAERS Reports 588 53,045
Deaths Reported 31 6,997
Death Rate 5.3% 13.2%
Hospitalizations 134 20,941
Average Patient Age 55.2 yrs 62.0 yrs
% Female Patients 51.1% 44.2%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Nomax Inc. Mayne Pharma Inc.
Route OPHTHALMIC TOPICAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued