Total Reports
11
FDA CVM filings
Pig /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 11 reports on file
Duroc - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Duroc (Pig) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among pig breeds, Duroc is #428 by FDA report volume; 54.5% of its 11 reports (6) were death-coded.
- #428
- most-reported pig breed
- 54.5%
- death-coded report share
- 4
- Death - top reaction
- 0.2 yr
- average age at report
Higher volume usually means a more popular breed, not a riskier one, compare against how common the breed is.
Deaths Reported
6
of 11 reports
Death Rate
54.5%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
0.2 yr
50.4 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Duroc death-coded reports 54.5%
Cross-breed median
54.5% of 11 duroc 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: 50.4 kg (111.1 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 4
Lameness 2
Death by euthanasia 2
Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS 2
Anal prolapse 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Narasin 3
Ractopamine Hydrochloride 2
Tulathromycin 2
Enrofloxacin 1
Swine Influenza Vaccine 1
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
5 (38.5%)
Died
4 (30.8%)
Euthanized
2 (15.4%)
Recovered with Sequela
1 (7.7%)
Outcome Unknown
1 (7.7%)
Gender Distribution
Mixed 5 (45.5%)
Male 4 (36.4%)
Female 1 (9.1%)
Unknown 1 (9.1%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 3 | |
| 2018 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 2 | |
Duroc Pet Health Insights
Duroc accounts for 11 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #428 by volume among pig breeds, with 6 reports (54.5%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 0.2 years, average weight 50.4 kg (111.1 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (4), Lameness (2), Death by euthanasia (2). Most-referenced drug: Narasin (3 reports), followed by Ractopamine Hydrochloride (2) and Tulathromycin (2).
Outcome coding on 13 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (38.5%). Annual submissions ranged 2,013-2,022 across 7 years on file.
Pig Breeds With a Similar Report Volume
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines
14 reports · 57.1% death rate
Landrace (other)
7 reports · 57.1% death rate
Hampshire
5 reports · 80.0% death rate
Yorkshire (Pig) also known as American Yorkshire
17 reports · 47.1% death rate
Vietnamese Pot Bellied
26 reports · 30.8% death rate
Mixed (Pig)
29 reports · 55.2% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Duroc? ▼
There are 11 adverse event reports involving Duroc in the FDA database, with 6 reports involving death (54.5% death rate). Duroc ranks #428 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Duroc? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Duroc are Death (4 reports), Lameness (2 reports), Death by euthanasia (2 reports), Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS (2 reports), Anal prolapse (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Duroc adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Duroc adverse event reports are Narasin (3 reports), Ractopamine Hydrochloride (2 reports), Tulathromycin (2 reports), Enrofloxacin (1 reports), Swine Influenza Vaccine (1 reports).
What is the average age of Duroc in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Duroc at the time of adverse event reports is 0.2 years, with an average weight of 50.4 kg (111.1 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Duroc 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 Duroc 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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