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IBUPROFEN vs NAPROXEN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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IBUPROFEN vs NAPROXEN: Safety Overview

Metric IBUPROFEN NAPROXEN
Total FAERS Reports 87,008 52,751
Deaths Reported 6,705 5,127
Death Rate 7.7% 9.7%
Hospitalizations 29,386 12,849
Average Patient Age 44.0 yrs 55.0 yrs
% Female Patients 60.9% 71.5%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Wal-Mart Stores Inc Aurobindo Pharma Limited
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued