Total Reports
23
FDA CVM filings
Cattle /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 23 reports on file
Beefmaster - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Beefmaster (Cattle) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among cattle breeds, Beefmaster is #346 by FDA report volume; 34.8% of its 23 reports (8) were death-coded.
- #346
- most-reported cattle breed
- 34.8%
- death-coded report share
- 8
- Death - top reaction
- 1.4 yr
- average age at report
Read report counts next to breed popularity: a bigger number often just means more owners and more vet visits.
Deaths Reported
8
of 23 reports
Death Rate
34.8%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
1.4 yr
469.0 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Beefmaster death-coded reports 34.8%
Cross-breed median
34.8% of 23 beefmaster reports involved a death outcome.
How to read this number
Read alongside breed popularity, veterinary access, and owner awareness, these shape how many events ever reach the FDA. The comparison line marks the cross-breed median death-coded share (about 4.8%) among breeds with 50 or more reports; values above it suggest higher reporting bias toward severe outcomes, not necessarily higher true mortality.
Average weight at time of report: 469.0 kg (1034.1 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 8
Nasal discharge 3
INEFFECTIVE, PARASITE(S) NOS 2
Increased sexual interest 2
Ruminal bloat 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Moxidectin 4
Eprinomectin 3
Eprinomectin 5% Injection 3
Merial La Polypropylene Syringe 3
Bovine Respiratory Combination Vaccine 3
Outcome Breakdown
Died
8 (44.4%)
Outcome Unknown
6 (33.3%)
Recovered/Normal
4 (22.2%)
Gender Distribution
Female 11 (47.8%)
Mixed 5 (21.7%)
Male 5 (21.7%)
Unknown 2 (8.7%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | |
| 2011 | 4 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 5 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 3 | |
| 2023 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
Beefmaster Pet Health Insights
Beefmaster accounts for 23 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #346 by volume among cattle breeds, with 8 reports (34.8%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 1.4 years, average weight 469.0 kg (1034.1 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (8), Nasal discharge (3), INEFFECTIVE, PARASITE(S) NOS (2). Most-referenced drug: Moxidectin (4 reports), followed by Eprinomectin (3) and Eprinomectin 5% Injection (3).
Outcome coding on 18 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (44.4%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,024 across 10 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Beefmaster? ▼
There are 23 adverse event reports involving Beefmaster in the FDA database, with 8 reports involving death (34.8% death rate). Beefmaster ranks #346 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Beefmaster? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Beefmaster are Death (8 reports), Nasal discharge (3 reports), INEFFECTIVE, PARASITE(S) NOS (2 reports), Increased sexual interest (2 reports), Ruminal bloat (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Beefmaster adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Beefmaster adverse event reports are Moxidectin (4 reports), Eprinomectin (3 reports), Eprinomectin 5% Injection (3 reports), Merial La Polypropylene Syringe (3 reports), Bovine Respiratory Combination Vaccine (3 reports).
What is the average age of Beefmaster in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Beefmaster at the time of adverse event reports is 1.4 years, with an average weight of 469.0 kg (1034.1 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Beefmaster is unhealthy? ▼
No. FDA adverse event reports are voluntarily submitted and do not prove causation. Popular breeds with more veterinary visits tend to have more reports. The data reflects reporting patterns, not actual incidence rates. Always consult a veterinarian for health decisions.
Where does this Beefmaster safety data come from? ▼
All data comes from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine's adverse event reporting system. Pet owners, veterinarians, and manufacturers voluntarily submit reports about adverse events potentially linked to animal drugs and other products.
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