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NITROFURANTOIN vs NITROFURAZONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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NITROFURANTOIN vs NITROFURAZONE: Safety Overview

Metric NITROFURANTOIN NITROFURAZONE
Total FAERS Reports 5,073 307
Deaths Reported 256 298
Death Rate 5.0% 97.1%
Hospitalizations 1,615 87
Average Patient Age 61.4 yrs 44.0 yrs
% Female Patients 87.9% 99.4%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Proficient Rx LP N/A
Route ORAL N/A
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued