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NIACIN vs NICOTINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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NIACIN vs NICOTINE: Safety Overview

Metric NIACIN NICOTINE
Total FAERS Reports 2,255 32,593
Deaths Reported 60 740
Death Rate 2.7% 2.3%
Hospitalizations 283 2,031
Average Patient Age 58.5 yrs 55.2 yrs
% Female Patients 49.2% 64.4%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Aug 2, 1996
Manufacturer Macleods Pharmaceuticals Limited Walgreens
Route ORAL ORAL
Marketing Status Discontinued Discontinued