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METHYLPHENIDATE vs MODAFINIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METHYLPHENIDATE vs MODAFINIL: Safety Overview

Metric METHYLPHENIDATE MODAFINIL
Total FAERS Reports 31,008 3,375
Deaths Reported 1,163 157
Death Rate 3.8% 4.7%
Hospitalizations 4,620 556
Average Patient Age 22.6 yrs 44.4 yrs
% Female Patients 39.4% 62.0%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Aug 16, 2017
Manufacturer Bryant Ranch Prepack Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Prescription