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AMPHETAMINE vs METHYLPHENIDATE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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AMPHETAMINE vs METHYLPHENIDATE: Safety Overview

Metric AMPHETAMINE METHYLPHENIDATE
Total FAERS Reports 6,012 31,008
Deaths Reported 3,355 1,163
Death Rate 55.8% 3.8%
Hospitalizations 1,300 4,620
Average Patient Age 35.6 yrs 22.6 yrs
% Female Patients 40.2% 39.4%
FDA Approval Date Apr 16, 2021 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Bryant Ranch Prepack Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription