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BETHANECHOL vs PILOCARPINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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BETHANECHOL vs PILOCARPINE: Safety Overview

Metric BETHANECHOL PILOCARPINE
Total FAERS Reports 150 1,782
Deaths Reported 35 10
Death Rate 23.3% 0.6%
Hospitalizations 75 145
Average Patient Age 68.4 yrs 62.2 yrs
% Female Patients 66.9% 64.7%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Bryant Ranch Prepack Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC
Route ORAL OPHTHALMIC
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued