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DONEPEZIL vs RIVASTIGMINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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DONEPEZIL vs RIVASTIGMINE: Safety Overview

Metric DONEPEZIL RIVASTIGMINE
Total FAERS Reports 8,834 9,123
Deaths Reported 1,101 2,232
Death Rate 12.5% 24.5%
Hospitalizations 3,963 2,716
Average Patient Age 77.2 yrs 80.0 yrs
% Female Patients 59.5% 59.5%
FDA Approval Date Apr 12, 2016 Apr 21, 2000
Manufacturer A-S Medication Solutions Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Route ORAL TRANSDERMAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued