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MENTHOL vs MEPERIDINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MENTHOL vs MEPERIDINE: Safety Overview

Metric MENTHOL MEPERIDINE
Total FAERS Reports 1,504 6,404
Deaths Reported 212 466
Death Rate 14.1% 7.3%
Hospitalizations 104 551
Average Patient Age 51.0 yrs 57.5 yrs
% Female Patients 58.2% 68.1%
FDA Approval Date N/A Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer McKesson Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Route ORAL INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status N/A Discontinued