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MAGNESIUM vs SODIUM: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MAGNESIUM vs SODIUM: Safety Overview

Metric MAGNESIUM SODIUM
Total FAERS Reports 9,739 23,383
Deaths Reported 1,878 1,550
Death Rate 19.3% 6.6%
Hospitalizations 4,530 6,212
Average Patient Age 53.6 yrs 45.8 yrs
% Female Patients 65.9% 64.8%
FDA Approval Date Apr 25, 2000 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Vi-Jon, LLC ProPharma Distribution
Route ORAL INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription