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METFORMIN\PIOGLITAZONE vs METHIMAZOLE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METFORMIN\PIOGLITAZONE vs METHIMAZOLE: Safety Overview

Metric METFORMIN\PIOGLITAZONE METHIMAZOLE
Total FAERS Reports 506 2,500
Deaths Reported 68 185
Death Rate 13.4% 7.4%
Hospitalizations 91 1,068
Average Patient Age 66.3 yrs 47.6 yrs
% Female Patients 38.4% 70.8%
FDA Approval Date N/A Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer N/A Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Route N/A ORAL
Marketing Status N/A Discontinued