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MEDROXYPROGESTERONE vs NORETHINDRONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MEDROXYPROGESTERONE vs NORETHINDRONE: Safety Overview

Metric MEDROXYPROGESTERONE NORETHINDRONE
Total FAERS Reports 8,405 2,016
Deaths Reported 135 26
Death Rate 1.6% 1.3%
Hospitalizations 831 261
Average Patient Age 35.9 yrs 33.8 yrs
% Female Patients 98.1% 98.2%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC Dr. Reddy's Labratories Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued