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MENTHOL vs MEPIVACAINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MENTHOL vs MEPIVACAINE: Safety Overview

Metric MENTHOL MEPIVACAINE
Total FAERS Reports 1,504 702
Deaths Reported 212 19
Death Rate 14.1% 2.7%
Hospitalizations 104 183
Average Patient Age 51.0 yrs 54.4 yrs
% Female Patients 58.2% 67.5%
FDA Approval Date N/A Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer McKesson Patterson Dental Supply, Inc.
Route ORAL SUBMUCOSAL
Marketing Status N/A Discontinued