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BENZONATATE vs BENZOYL PEROXIDE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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BENZONATATE vs BENZOYL PEROXIDE: Safety Overview

Metric BENZONATATE BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Total FAERS Reports 1,416 1,059
Deaths Reported 380 6
Death Rate 26.8% 0.6%
Hospitalizations 514 102
Average Patient Age 47.6 yrs 31.3 yrs
% Female Patients 73.4% 79.3%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Apr 22, 2022
Manufacturer RedPharm Drug, Inc. Rugby Laboratories
Route ORAL TOPICAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription