Total Reports
13
FDA CVM filings
Ferret /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 13 reports on file
Ferret (unknown) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Ferret (unknown) (Ferret) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among ferret breeds, Ferret (unknown) is #414 by FDA report volume; 23.1% of its 13 reports (3) were death-coded.
- #414
- most-reported ferret breed
- 23.1%
- death-coded report share
- 2
- Lack of efficacy - NOS - top reaction
- 3.7 yr
- average age at report
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Deaths Reported
3
of 13 reports
Death Rate
23.1%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
3.7 yr
1.1 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Ferret (unknown) death-coded reports 23.1%
Cross-breed median
23.1% of 13 ferret (unknown) 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: 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Lack of efficacy - NOS 2
Sedation 2
Ataxia 2
Swollen face (see also 'Skin') 2
INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Imidacloprid + Moxidectin 4
Meloxicam 3
Dexamethasone + Neomycin Sulfate + Thiabendazole 3
Sevoflurane 2
Deslorelin Implant 2
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
7 (53.8%)
Euthanized
2 (15.4%)
Ongoing
2 (15.4%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (7.7%)
Died
1 (7.7%)
Gender Distribution
Male 5 (38.5%)
Female 5 (38.5%)
Unknown 3 (23.1%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 5 | |
| 2024 | 2 | |
Ferret (unknown) Pet Health Insights
Ferret (unknown) accounts for 13 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #414 by volume among ferret breeds, with 3 reports (23.1%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 3.7 years, average weight 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs).
Top reported signs: Lack of efficacy - NOS (2), Sedation (2), Ataxia (2). Most-referenced drug: Imidacloprid + Moxidectin (4 reports), followed by Meloxicam (3) and Dexamethasone + Neomycin Sulfate + Thiabendazole (3).
Outcome coding on 13 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (53.8%). Annual submissions ranged 2,014-2,024 across 6 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Ferret (unknown)? ▼
There are 13 adverse event reports involving Ferret (unknown) in the FDA database, with 3 reports involving death (23.1% death rate). Ferret (unknown) ranks #414 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Ferret (unknown)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Ferret (unknown) are Lack of efficacy - NOS (2 reports), Sedation (2 reports), Ataxia (2 reports), Swollen face (see also 'Skin') (2 reports), INEFFECTIVE, ANESTHESIA (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Ferret (unknown) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Ferret (unknown) adverse event reports are Imidacloprid + Moxidectin (4 reports), Meloxicam (3 reports), Dexamethasone + Neomycin Sulfate + Thiabendazole (3 reports), Sevoflurane (2 reports), Deslorelin Implant (2 reports).
What is the average age of Ferret (unknown) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Ferret (unknown) at the time of adverse event reports is 3.7 years, with an average weight of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Ferret (unknown) 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 Ferret (unknown) 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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