Total Reports
5
FDA CVM filings
Fish /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 5 reports on file
Catfish (unspecified) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Catfish (unspecified) (Fish) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among fish breeds, Catfish (unspecified) is #493 by FDA report volume; 0.0% of its 5 reports (0) were death-coded.
- #493
- most-reported fish breed
- 0.0%
- death-coded report share
- 4
- Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS - top reaction
- Florfenicol
- most-associated drug
Read report counts next to breed popularity: a bigger number often just means more owners and more vet visits.
Deaths Reported
0
of 5 reports
Death Rate
0.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
N/A
no age data
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Catfish (unspecified) death-coded reports 0.0%
Cross-breed median
0.0% of 5 catfish (unspecified) 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.
Top Reported Reactions
Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS 4
Residues in meat/offal 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Florfenicol 4
Lasalocid Sodium 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
5 (100.0%)
Gender Distribution
Mixed 3 (60.0%)
Unknown 2 (40.0%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
Catfish (unspecified) Pet Health Insights
Catfish (unspecified) accounts for 5 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #493 by volume among fish breeds, with 0 reports (0.0%) coded as a death outcome.
Top reported signs: Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS (4), Residues in meat/offal (1). Most-referenced drug: Florfenicol (4 reports), followed by Lasalocid Sodium (1).
Outcome coding on 5 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (100.0%). Annual submissions ranged 2,014-2,021 across 2 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Catfish (unspecified)? ▼
There are 5 adverse event reports involving Catfish (unspecified) in the FDA database, with 0 reports involving death (0.0% death rate). Catfish (unspecified) ranks #493 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Catfish (unspecified)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Catfish (unspecified) are Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS (4 reports), Residues in meat/offal (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Catfish (unspecified) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Catfish (unspecified) adverse event reports are Florfenicol (4 reports), Lasalocid Sodium (1 reports).
What is the average age of Catfish (unspecified) in adverse event reports? ▼
Age data is not available for Catfish (unspecified) adverse event reports.
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Catfish (unspecified) 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 Catfish (unspecified) 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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