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INTERFERON ALFA-2B vs INTERFERON BETA-1B: Which Drug Is Safer?

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INTERFERON ALFA-2B vs INTERFERON BETA-1B: Safety Overview

Metric INTERFERON ALFA-2B INTERFERON BETA-1B
Total FAERS Reports 2,075 12,343
Deaths Reported 145 703
Death Rate 7.0% 5.7%
Hospitalizations 389 1,841
Average Patient Age 53.2 yrs 50.2 yrs
% Female Patients 48.6% 76.8%
Manufacturer N/A Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription