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PENICILLAMINE vs PENICILLIN V: Which Drug Is Safer?

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PENICILLAMINE vs PENICILLIN V: Safety Overview

Metric PENICILLAMINE PENICILLIN V
Total FAERS Reports 522 3,049
Deaths Reported 46 178
Death Rate 8.8% 5.8%
Hospitalizations 125 729
Average Patient Age 44.4 yrs 45.5 yrs
% Female Patients 66.7% 62.1%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued