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MEPERIDINE vs MEPIVACAINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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MEPERIDINE vs MEPIVACAINE: Safety Overview

Metric MEPERIDINE MEPIVACAINE
Total FAERS Reports 6,404 702
Deaths Reported 466 19
Death Rate 7.3% 2.7%
Hospitalizations 551 183
Average Patient Age 57.5 yrs 54.4 yrs
% Female Patients 68.1% 67.5%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. Patterson Dental Supply, Inc.
Route INTRAMUSCULAR SUBMUCOSAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued