Total Reports
14
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 14 reports on file
Lusitano - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Lusitano (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among horse breeds, Lusitano is #404 by FDA report volume; 14.3% of its 14 reports (2) were death-coded.
- #404
- most-reported horse breed
- 14.3%
- death-coded report share
- 4
- INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) - top reaction
- 11.3 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 14 reports
Death Rate
14.3%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
11.3 yr
467.8 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Lusitano death-coded reports 14.3%
Cross-breed median
14.3% of 14 lusitano 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: 467.8 kg (1031.5 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) 4
Fever 3
Cough 2
Death 2
Injection site stiffness 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Omeprazole 6
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 2
Detomidine Hydrochloride 2
Sucralfate 2
Ivermectin, Praziquantel 1
Outcome Breakdown
Ongoing
6 (42.9%)
Recovered/Normal
4 (28.6%)
Died
2 (14.3%)
Outcome Unknown
2 (14.3%)
Gender Distribution
Male 12 (85.7%)
Female 2 (14.3%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 3 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 2 | |
Lusitano Pet Health Insights
Lusitano accounts for 14 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #404 by volume among horse breeds, with 2 reports (14.3%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 11.3 years, average weight 467.8 kg (1031.5 lbs).
Top reported signs: INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (4), Fever (3), Cough (2). Most-referenced drug: Omeprazole (6 reports), followed by Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2) and Detomidine Hydrochloride (2).
Outcome coding on 14 status-recorded reports is dominated by Ongoing (42.9%). Annual submissions ranged 2,014-2,025 across 9 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Lusitano? ▼
There are 14 adverse event reports involving Lusitano in the FDA database, with 2 reports involving death (14.3% death rate). Lusitano ranks #404 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Lusitano? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Lusitano are INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (4 reports), Fever (3 reports), Cough (2 reports), Death (2 reports), Injection site stiffness (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Lusitano adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Lusitano adverse event reports are Omeprazole (6 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (2 reports), Detomidine Hydrochloride (2 reports), Sucralfate (2 reports), Ivermectin, Praziquantel (1 reports).
What is the average age of Lusitano in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Lusitano at the time of adverse event reports is 11.3 years, with an average weight of 467.8 kg (1031.5 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Lusitano 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 Lusitano 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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