Total Reports
17
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 17 reports on file
Icelandic Pony - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Icelandic Pony (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among horse breeds, Icelandic Pony is #380 by FDA report volume; 11.8% of its 17 reports (2) were death-coded.
- #380
- most-reported horse breed
- 11.8%
- death-coded report share
- 3
- Ataxia - top reaction
- 13.5 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
2
of 17 reports
Death Rate
11.8%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
13.5 yr
315.9 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Icelandic Pony death-coded reports 11.8%
Cross-breed median
11.8% of 17 icelandic pony 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: 315.9 kg (696.6 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Ataxia 3
Injection site swelling 2
Elevated liver enzymes 2
Laminitis 2
INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Pergolide Mesylate 6
Omeprazole 5
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 2
Misoprostol 2
Firocoxib 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
6 (46.2%)
Ongoing
4 (30.8%)
Died
1 (7.7%)
Euthanized
1 (7.7%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (7.7%)
Gender Distribution
Female 9 (52.9%)
Male 6 (35.3%)
Mixed 1 (5.9%)
Unknown 1 (5.9%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 | |
| 2012 | 3 | |
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 2 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 2 | |
Icelandic Pony Pet Health Insights
Icelandic Pony accounts for 17 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #380 by volume among horse breeds, with 2 reports (11.8%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 13.5 years, average weight 315.9 kg (696.6 lbs).
Top reported signs: Ataxia (3), Injection site swelling (2), Elevated liver enzymes (2). Most-referenced drug: Pergolide Mesylate (6 reports), followed by Omeprazole (5) and Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2).
Outcome coding on 13 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (46.2%). Annual submissions ranged 2,011-2,023 across 10 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Icelandic Pony? ▼
There are 17 adverse event reports involving Icelandic Pony in the FDA database, with 2 reports involving death (11.8% death rate). Icelandic Pony ranks #380 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Icelandic Pony? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Icelandic Pony are Ataxia (3 reports), Injection site swelling (2 reports), Elevated liver enzymes (2 reports), Laminitis (2 reports), INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Icelandic Pony adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Icelandic Pony adverse event reports are Pergolide Mesylate (6 reports), Omeprazole (5 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2 reports), Misoprostol (2 reports), Firocoxib (1 reports).
What is the average age of Icelandic Pony in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Icelandic Pony at the time of adverse event reports is 13.5 years, with an average weight of 315.9 kg (696.6 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Icelandic Pony 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 Icelandic Pony 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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