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NIFEDIPINE vs VERAPAMIL: Which Drug Is Safer?

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NIFEDIPINE vs VERAPAMIL: Safety Overview

Metric NIFEDIPINE VERAPAMIL
Total FAERS Reports 8,266 9,320
Deaths Reported 1,081 2,630
Death Rate 13.1% 28.2%
Hospitalizations 2,637 3,576
Average Patient Age 54.2 yrs 58.2 yrs
% Female Patients 66.5% 62.9%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer Cardinal Health 107, LLC Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Route ORAL INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status Prescription Discontinued