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NICORETTE OTC vs NICOTINE: Which Drug Is Safer?

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NICORETTE OTC vs NICOTINE: Safety Overview

Metric NICORETTE OTC NICOTINE
Total FAERS Reports 125 32,593
Deaths Reported 1 740
Death Rate 0.8% 2.3%
Hospitalizations 0 2,031
Average Patient Age 55.7 yrs 55.2 yrs
% Female Patients N/A 64.4%
FDA Approval Date N/A Aug 2, 1996
Manufacturer N/A Walgreens
Route N/A ORAL
Marketing Status N/A Discontinued