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PRIMAQUINE vs PRIMIDONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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PRIMAQUINE vs PRIMIDONE: Safety Overview

Metric PRIMAQUINE PRIMIDONE
Total FAERS Reports 185 1,519
Deaths Reported 40 241
Death Rate 21.6% 15.9%
Hospitalizations 99 387
Average Patient Age 46.7 yrs 58.5 yrs
% Female Patients 37.9% 50.2%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA), Inc. Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription