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GATIFLOXACIN vs GENTAMICIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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GATIFLOXACIN vs GENTAMICIN: Safety Overview

Metric GATIFLOXACIN GENTAMICIN
Total FAERS Reports 341 6,591
Deaths Reported 7 947
Death Rate 2.1% 14.4%
Hospitalizations 30 2,865
Average Patient Age 62.5 yrs 52.2 yrs
% Female Patients 76.2% 49.4%
FDA Approval Date Aug 19, 2011 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Allergan, Inc. Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Route OPHTHALMIC INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued