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DEXTROMETHORPHAN vs DEXTROSE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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DEXTROMETHORPHAN vs DEXTROSE: Safety Overview

Metric DEXTROMETHORPHAN DEXTROSE
Total FAERS Reports 5,174 4,246
Deaths Reported 1,303 682
Death Rate 25.2% 16.1%
Hospitalizations 612 1,687
Average Patient Age 41.2 yrs 52.9 yrs
% Female Patients 58.6% 53.4%
FDA Approval Date N/A Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Cardinal Health 107, LLC Medical Purchasing Solutions, LLC
Route ORAL INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status N/A Prescription