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FLUOROURACIL vs GEMCITABINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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FLUOROURACIL vs GEMCITABINE: Safety Overview

Metric FLUOROURACIL GEMCITABINE
Total FAERS Reports 53,045 31,328
Deaths Reported 6,997 5,142
Death Rate 13.2% 16.4%
Hospitalizations 20,941 12,268
Average Patient Age 62.0 yrs 61.2 yrs
% Female Patients 44.2% 48.4%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Apr 11, 2016
Manufacturer Mayne Pharma Inc. Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Route TOPICAL INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued