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METHADONE vs METHAMPHETAMINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METHADONE vs METHAMPHETAMINE: Safety Overview

Metric METHADONE METHAMPHETAMINE
Total FAERS Reports 26,279 8,626
Deaths Reported 10,719 6,488
Death Rate 40.8% 75.2%
Hospitalizations 5,514 1,381
Average Patient Age 42.4 yrs 40.5 yrs
% Female Patients 42.6% 35.4%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. Mayne Pharma Commercial LLC
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription