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MEGESTROL vs MELPHALAN: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MEGESTROL vs MELPHALAN: Safety Overview

Metric MEGESTROL MELPHALAN
Total FAERS Reports 731 16,061
Deaths Reported 77 3,369
Death Rate 10.5% 21.0%
Hospitalizations 174 4,615
Average Patient Age 59.8 yrs 48.1 yrs
% Female Patients 55.8% 43.8%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Bryant Ranch Prepack Dr.Reddy's Laboratories Inc
Route ORAL INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued