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MAGNESIUM vs POTASSIUM: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MAGNESIUM vs POTASSIUM: Safety Overview

Metric MAGNESIUM POTASSIUM
Total FAERS Reports 9,739 11,986
Deaths Reported 1,878 2,094
Death Rate 19.3% 17.5%
Hospitalizations 4,530 5,157
Average Patient Age 53.6 yrs 61.6 yrs
% Female Patients 65.9% 56.0%
FDA Approval Date Apr 25, 2000 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Vi-Jon, LLC XLCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued