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LEVETIRACETAM vs LEVODOPA: Which Drug Is Safer?

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LEVETIRACETAM vs LEVODOPA: Safety Overview

Metric LEVETIRACETAM LEVODOPA
Total FAERS Reports 62,552 6,610
Deaths Reported 4,322 546
Death Rate 6.9% 8.3%
Hospitalizations 19,165 729
Average Patient Age 40.6 yrs 69.3 yrs
% Female Patients 54.9% 42.9%
FDA Approval Date Apr 11, 2012 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer SOHM, Inc. Deseret Biologicals, Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued