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HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE vs HYDROXYUREA: Which Drug Is Safer?

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HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE vs HYDROXYUREA: Safety Overview

Metric HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE HYDROXYUREA
Total FAERS Reports 66,691 5,966
Deaths Reported 6,506 664
Death Rate 9.8% 11.1%
Hospitalizations 16,905 2,103
Average Patient Age 50.5 yrs 58.7 yrs
% Female Patients 87.0% 51.1%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer AvPAK Endo USA, Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription