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MECHLORETHAMINE vs MEGESTROL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MECHLORETHAMINE vs MEGESTROL: Safety Overview

Metric MECHLORETHAMINE MEGESTROL
Total FAERS Reports 2,579 731
Deaths Reported 266 77
Death Rate 10.3% 10.5%
Hospitalizations 291 174
Average Patient Age 63.7 yrs 59.8 yrs
% Female Patients 47.0% 55.8%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Helsinn Therapeutics (U.S.), Inc. Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route TOPICAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued