Total Reports
7
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 7 reports on file
Mule not Specified - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Mule not Specified (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among horse breeds, Mule not Specified is #458 by FDA report volume; 42.9% of its 7 reports (3) were death-coded.
- #458
- most-reported horse breed
- 42.9%
- death-coded report share
- 2
- Death - top reaction
- 15.5 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
3
of 7 reports
Death Rate
42.9%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
15.5 yr
378.0 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Mule not Specified death-coded reports 42.9%
Cross-breed median
42.9% of 7 mule not specified 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: 378.0 kg (833.5 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 2
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 2
Drooling 1
Swollen tongue 1
Swollen lip (see also 'Skin') 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste 2
Monensin Sodium 2
Ketamine Hydrochloride 1
Pentobarbital Sodium + Phenytoin Sodium 1
Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
3 (33.3%)
Recovered/Normal
3 (33.3%)
Died
2 (22.2%)
Euthanized
1 (11.1%)
Gender Distribution
Unknown 5 (71.4%)
Male 1 (14.3%)
Female 1 (14.3%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | |
Mule not Specified Pet Health Insights
Mule not Specified accounts for 7 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #458 by volume among horse breeds, with 3 reports (42.9%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 15.5 years, average weight 378.0 kg (833.5 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (2), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (2), Drooling (1). Most-referenced drug: Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste (2 reports), followed by Monensin Sodium (2) and Ketamine Hydrochloride (1).
Outcome coding on 9 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (33.3%). Annual submissions ranged 2,012-2,022 across 6 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Mule not Specified? ▼
There are 7 adverse event reports involving Mule not Specified in the FDA database, with 3 reports involving death (42.9% death rate). Mule not Specified ranks #458 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Mule not Specified? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Mule not Specified are Death (2 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (2 reports), Drooling (1 reports), Swollen tongue (1 reports), Swollen lip (see also 'Skin') (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Mule not Specified adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Mule not Specified adverse event reports are Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste (2 reports), Monensin Sodium (2 reports), Ketamine Hydrochloride (1 reports), Pentobarbital Sodium + Phenytoin Sodium (1 reports), Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan (1 reports).
What is the average age of Mule not Specified in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Mule not Specified at the time of adverse event reports is 15.5 years, with an average weight of 378.0 kg (833.5 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Mule not Specified 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 Mule not Specified 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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