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POTASSIUM vs SODIUM: Which Drug Is Safer?

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POTASSIUM vs SODIUM: Safety Overview

Metric POTASSIUM SODIUM
Total FAERS Reports 11,986 23,383
Deaths Reported 2,094 1,550
Death Rate 17.5% 6.6%
Hospitalizations 5,157 6,212
Average Patient Age 61.6 yrs 45.8 yrs
% Female Patients 56.0% 64.8%
FDA Approval Date Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
Manufacturer XLCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ProPharma Distribution
Route ORAL INTRAMUSCULAR
Marketing Status Discontinued Prescription