Total Reports
6
FDA CVM filings
Cattle /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 6 reports on file
British White - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for British White (Cattle) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among cattle breeds, British White is #477 by FDA report volume; 83.3% of its 6 reports (5) were death-coded.
- #477
- most-reported cattle breed
- 83.3%
- death-coded report share
- 5
- Death - top reaction
- 1.2 yr
- average age at report
Report counts track breed popularity and reporting activity, not real-world risk, read this alongside how common the breed is.
Deaths Reported
5
of 6 reports
Death Rate
83.3%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
1.2 yr
428.4 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
British White death-coded reports 83.3%
Cross-breed median
83.3% of 6 british white 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: 428.4 kg (944.6 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 5
Pneumonia 3
Lameness 3
Bloated 3
Peritonitis 3
Most Referenced Drugs
Ractopamine Hydrochloride 4
Tylosin Phosphate 3
Monensin Sodium 2
Melengestrol Acetate 1
Narasin 1
Outcome Breakdown
Died
5 (50.0%)
Outcome Unknown
4 (40.0%)
Euthanized
1 (10.0%)
Gender Distribution
Male 4 (66.7%)
Female 2 (33.3%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 3 | |
British White Pet Health Insights
British White accounts for 6 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #477 by volume among cattle breeds, with 5 reports (83.3%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 1.2 years, average weight 428.4 kg (944.6 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (5), Pneumonia (3), Lameness (3). Most-referenced drug: Ractopamine Hydrochloride (4 reports), followed by Tylosin Phosphate (3) and Monensin Sodium (2).
Outcome coding on 10 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (50.0%). Annual submissions ranged 2,013-2,023 across 4 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve British White? ▼
There are 6 adverse event reports involving British White in the FDA database, with 5 reports involving death (83.3% death rate). British White ranks #477 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for British White? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for British White are Death (5 reports), Pneumonia (3 reports), Lameness (3 reports), Bloated (3 reports), Peritonitis (3 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with British White adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in British White adverse event reports are Ractopamine Hydrochloride (4 reports), Tylosin Phosphate (3 reports), Monensin Sodium (2 reports), Melengestrol Acetate (1 reports), Narasin (1 reports).
What is the average age of British White in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of British White at the time of adverse event reports is 1.2 years, with an average weight of 428.4 kg (944.6 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean British White 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 British White 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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