Total Reports
5
FDA CVM filings
FDA CVM · 2025 release 5 reports on file
Other Reptiles (other) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Other Reptiles (other) (Other Reptiles) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among other reptiles breeds, Other Reptiles (other) is #489 by FDA report volume; 100.0% of its 5 reports (5) were death-coded.
- #489
- most-reported other reptiles breed
- 100.0%
- death-coded report share
- 5
- Death - top reaction
- 1.8 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
5
of 5 reports
Death Rate
100.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
1.8 yr
2.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Other Reptiles (other) death-coded reports 100.0%
Cross-breed median
100.0% of 5 other reptiles (other) 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: 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 5
Apnoea 2
Hepatic fibrosis 1
Jaundice 1
Bradypnoea 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride 2
Alfaxalone 2
Enrofloxacin 2
Narasin 1
Hydromorphone 1
Outcome Breakdown
Died
5 (62.5%)
Recovered/Normal
2 (25.0%)
Outcome Unknown
1 (12.5%)
Gender Distribution
Unknown 2 (40.0%)
Female 1 (20.0%)
Male 1 (20.0%)
Mixed 1 (20.0%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 2 | |
Other Reptiles (other) Pet Health Insights
Other Reptiles (other) accounts for 5 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #489 by volume among other reptiles breeds, with 5 reports (100.0%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 1.8 years, average weight 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (5), Apnoea (2), Hepatic fibrosis (1). Most-referenced drug: Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride (2 reports), followed by Alfaxalone (2) and Enrofloxacin (2).
Outcome coding on 8 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (62.5%). Annual submissions ranged 2,012-2,021 across 4 years on file.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Other Reptiles (other)? ▼
There are 5 adverse event reports involving Other Reptiles (other) in the FDA database, with 5 reports involving death (100.0% death rate). Other Reptiles (other) ranks #489 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Other Reptiles (other)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Other Reptiles (other) are Death (5 reports), Apnoea (2 reports), Hepatic fibrosis (1 reports), Jaundice (1 reports), Bradypnoea (1 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Other Reptiles (other) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Other Reptiles (other) adverse event reports are Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride (2 reports), Alfaxalone (2 reports), Enrofloxacin (2 reports), Narasin (1 reports), Hydromorphone (1 reports).
What is the average age of Other Reptiles (other) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Other Reptiles (other) at the time of adverse event reports is 1.8 years, with an average weight of 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Other Reptiles (other) 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 Other Reptiles (other) 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.
Compare a breed's report volume against how common the breed is before drawing conclusions. See our methodology for how death rate and rankings are computed.
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