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HYDROQUINONE vs HYDROXYETHYL STARCH 130/0.4: Which Drug Is Safer?

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HYDROQUINONE vs HYDROXYETHYL STARCH 130/0.4: Safety Overview

Metric HYDROQUINONE HYDROXYETHYL STARCH 130/0.4
Total FAERS Reports 277 102
Deaths Reported 14 6
Death Rate 5.1% 5.9%
Hospitalizations 15 33
Average Patient Age 48.9 yrs 48.0 yrs
% Female Patients 93.3% 55.4%
Manufacturer Obagi Cosmeceuticals LLC N/A
Route TOPICAL N/A