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HYDROQUINONE vs HYDROXYZINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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HYDROQUINONE vs HYDROXYZINE: Safety Overview

Metric HYDROQUINONE HYDROXYZINE
Total FAERS Reports 277 11,993
Deaths Reported 14 3,894
Death Rate 5.1% 32.5%
Hospitalizations 15 4,772
Average Patient Age 48.9 yrs 45.6 yrs
% Female Patients 93.3% 62.7%
FDA Approval Date N/A Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Obagi Cosmeceuticals LLC Northwind Health Company, LLC
Route TOPICAL ORAL
Marketing Status N/A Discontinued