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Paso Fino - FDA Adverse Event Profile

Adverse-event records for Paso Fino (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.

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Annual adverse-event report trend Yearly FDA CVM adverse-event report counts for this breed. 3 2.25 1.5 0.75 0 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2025 Reports filed Death-coded reports
Annual report volume for Paso Fino drawn from FDA CVM filings.

Data updated June 2026

The record at a glance

Among horse breeds, Paso Fino is #286 by FDA report volume; 2.4% of its 41 reports (1) were death-coded.

#286
most-reported horse breed
2.4%
death-coded report share
7
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') - top reaction
16.4 yr
average age at report

Read report counts next to breed popularity: a bigger number often just means more owners and more vet visits.

Total Reports

41

FDA CVM filings

Deaths Reported

1

of 41 reports

Death Rate

2.4%

death-coded share

Avg Age at Report

16.4 yr

402.2 kg avg weight

Death-Coded Outcome Share

Paso Fino death-coded reports 2.4%
Cross-breed median

2.4% of 41 paso fino 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: 402.2 kg (886.9 lbs)

Top Reported Reactions

Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 7
Injection site swelling 5
Overdose 5
Anorexia 4
Other abnormal test result NOS 4

Most Referenced Drugs

Pergolide Mesylate 9
Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste 9
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 3
Omeprazole 3
Ceftiofur 2

Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Unknown
14 (43.8%)
Recovered/Normal
11 (34.4%)
Ongoing
6 (18.8%)
Died
1 (3.1%)

Gender Distribution

Male 27 (65.9%)
Female 14 (34.1%)

Reports by Year

Year Reports Trend
2010 4
2011 3
2012 5
2013 3
2014 2
2015 2
2016 8
2017 3
2018 3
2019 2
2020 1
2021 1
2022 2
2023 1
2025 1

Paso Fino Pet Health Insights

Paso Fino accounts for 41 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #286 by volume among horse breeds, with 1 reports (2.4%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 16.4 years, average weight 402.2 kg (886.9 lbs).

Top reported signs: Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (7), Injection site swelling (5), Overdose (5). Most-referenced drug: Pergolide Mesylate (9 reports), followed by Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste (9) and Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (3).

Outcome coding on 32 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (43.8%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 15 years on file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many FDA adverse event reports involve Paso Fino?
There are 41 adverse event reports involving Paso Fino in the FDA database, with 1 reports involving death (2.4% death rate). Paso Fino ranks #286 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Paso Fino?
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Paso Fino are Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (7 reports), Injection site swelling (5 reports), Overdose (5 reports), Anorexia (4 reports), Other abnormal test result NOS (4 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Paso Fino adverse events?
The drugs most frequently referenced in Paso Fino adverse event reports are Pergolide Mesylate (9 reports), Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste (9 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (3 reports), Omeprazole (3 reports), Ceftiofur (2 reports).
What is the average age of Paso Fino in adverse event reports?
The average age of Paso Fino at the time of adverse event reports is 16.4 years, with an average weight of 402.2 kg (886.9 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Paso Fino 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 Paso Fino 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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