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FLUOROURACIL vs FLUOXETINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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FLUOROURACIL vs FLUOXETINE: Safety Overview

Metric FLUOROURACIL FLUOXETINE
Total FAERS Reports 53,045 31,181
Deaths Reported 6,997 5,534
Death Rate 13.2% 17.7%
Hospitalizations 20,941 11,247
Average Patient Age 62.0 yrs 41.2 yrs
% Female Patients 44.2% 66.3%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Apr 15, 2019
Manufacturer Mayne Pharma Inc. REMEDYREPACK INC.
Route TOPICAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription