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ZIDOVUDINE vs ZINC: Which Drug Is Safer?

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ZIDOVUDINE vs ZINC: Safety Overview

Metric ZIDOVUDINE ZINC
Total FAERS Reports 6,722 2,318
Deaths Reported 816 460
Death Rate 12.1% 19.8%
Hospitalizations 1,067 745
Average Patient Age 30.4 yrs 53.1 yrs
% Female Patients 48.1% 79.5%
FDA Approval Date Apr 25, 2008 Apr 14, 2025
Manufacturer ViiV Healthcare Company COSMAX USA, CORP
Route ORAL TOPICAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription