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PREDNISOLONE vs PREDNISONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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PREDNISOLONE vs PREDNISONE: Safety Overview

Metric PREDNISOLONE PREDNISONE
Total FAERS Reports 80,644 158,567
Deaths Reported 13,159 22,555
Death Rate 16.3% 14.2%
Hospitalizations 32,883 57,772
Average Patient Age 52.1 yrs 51.8 yrs
% Female Patients 50.9% 62.2%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer PAI Holdings, LLC dba PAI Pharma Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued