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METOPROLOL vs TIMOLOL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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METOPROLOL vs TIMOLOL: Safety Overview

Metric METOPROLOL TIMOLOL
Total FAERS Reports 41,452 7,450
Deaths Reported 6,575 66
Death Rate 15.9% 0.9%
Hospitalizations 15,925 450
Average Patient Age 62.2 yrs 67.1 yrs
% Female Patients 56.7% 61.9%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Northwind Health Company, LLC Bausch & Lomb Incorporated
Route ORAL OPHTHALMIC
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued