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METOPROLOL vs MEXILETINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METOPROLOL vs MEXILETINE: Safety Overview

Metric METOPROLOL MEXILETINE
Total FAERS Reports 41,452 680
Deaths Reported 6,575 73
Death Rate 15.9% 10.7%
Hospitalizations 15,925 316
Average Patient Age 62.2 yrs 50.2 yrs
% Female Patients 56.7% 49.7%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Apr 13, 1998
Manufacturer Northwind Health Company, LLC Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued