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METHYLNALTREXONE vs NALTREXONE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METHYLNALTREXONE vs NALTREXONE: Safety Overview

Metric METHYLNALTREXONE NALTREXONE
Total FAERS Reports 826 25,624
Deaths Reported 242 1,106
Death Rate 29.3% 4.3%
Hospitalizations 108 2,843
Average Patient Age 61.7 yrs 41.3 yrs
% Female Patients 57.9% 43.1%
FDA Approval Date Apr 24, 2008 Apr 13, 2006
Manufacturer Salix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued