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METAMIZOLE vs METHADONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METAMIZOLE vs METHADONE: Safety Overview

Metric METAMIZOLE METHADONE
Total FAERS Reports 5,622 26,279
Deaths Reported 821 10,719
Death Rate 14.6% 40.8%
Hospitalizations 3,361 5,514
Average Patient Age 56.4 yrs 42.4 yrs
% Female Patients 55.9% 42.6%
FDA Approval Date N/A Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer N/A Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Route N/A ORAL
Marketing Status N/A Discontinued