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METHYLNALTREXONE vs METHYLPHENIDATE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METHYLNALTREXONE vs METHYLPHENIDATE: Safety Overview

Metric METHYLNALTREXONE METHYLPHENIDATE
Total FAERS Reports 826 31,008
Deaths Reported 242 1,163
Death Rate 29.3% 3.8%
Hospitalizations 108 4,620
Average Patient Age 61.7 yrs 22.6 yrs
% Female Patients 57.9% 39.4%
FDA Approval Date Apr 24, 2008 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Salix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription