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OXYMETAZOLINE vs OXYTOCIN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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OXYMETAZOLINE vs OXYTOCIN: Safety Overview

Metric OXYMETAZOLINE OXYTOCIN
Total FAERS Reports 4,555 1,439
Deaths Reported 31 74
Death Rate 0.7% 5.1%
Hospitalizations 120 362
Average Patient Age 56.7 yrs 30.5 yrs
% Female Patients 73.3% 90.5%
FDA Approval Date Jan 18, 2017 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Kroger Company Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Route NASAL INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued