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METRONIDAZOLE vs SECNIDAZOLE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METRONIDAZOLE vs SECNIDAZOLE: Safety Overview

Metric METRONIDAZOLE SECNIDAZOLE
Total FAERS Reports 22,556 245
Deaths Reported 2,188 1
Death Rate 9.7% 0.4%
Hospitalizations 7,909 10
Average Patient Age 54.4 yrs 40.4 yrs
% Female Patients 57.8% 95.6%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Sep 15, 2017
Manufacturer Northwind Health Company, LLC Evofem Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription