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HYDROCODONE vs HYDROCORTISONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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HYDROCODONE vs HYDROCORTISONE: Safety Overview

Metric HYDROCODONE HYDROCORTISONE
Total FAERS Reports 47,828 24,551
Deaths Reported 24,200 5,314
Death Rate 50.6% 21.6%
Hospitalizations 3,569 10,582
Average Patient Age 50.3 yrs 43.9 yrs
% Female Patients 49.9% 68.3%
FDA Approval Date Jan 17, 2017 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Alvogen Inc. Walgreens
Route ORAL TOPICAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued