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ROFECOXIB vs ROFLUMILAST: Which Drug Is Safer?

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ROFECOXIB vs ROFLUMILAST: Safety Overview

Metric ROFECOXIB ROFLUMILAST
Total FAERS Reports 1,238 2,700
Deaths Reported 56 645
Death Rate 4.5% 23.9%
Hospitalizations 176 625
Average Patient Age 63.1 yrs 68.8 yrs
% Female Patients 77.9% 56.3%
FDA Approval Date Feb 25, 2000 Apr 17, 2023
Manufacturer N/A Aurobindo Pharma Limited
Route N/A ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription