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MELPHALAN vs MEPERIDINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MELPHALAN vs MEPERIDINE: Safety Overview

Metric MELPHALAN MEPERIDINE
Total FAERS Reports 16,061 6,404
Deaths Reported 3,369 466
Death Rate 21.0% 7.3%
Hospitalizations 4,615 551
Average Patient Age 48.1 yrs 57.5 yrs
% Female Patients 43.8% 68.1%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Dr.Reddy's Laboratories Inc Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Route INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued