Total Reports
14
FDA CVM filings
Pig /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 14 reports on file
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for PIC International Commercial Swine Lines (Pig) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines ranks #400 by report volume among pig breeds - 8 of 14 reports (57.1%) recorded a death outcome.
- #400
- most-reported pig breed
- 57.1%
- death-coded report share
- 8
- Death - top reaction
- 0.2 yr
- average age at report
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Deaths Reported
8
of 14 reports
Death Rate
57.1%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
0.2 yr
98.1 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines death-coded reports 57.1%
Cross-breed median
57.1% of 14 pic international commercial swine lines 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: 98.1 kg (216.3 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 8
Lameness 5
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 3
Distress 3
Lack of efficacy - NOS 2
Most Referenced Drugs
Ractopamine Hydrochloride 9
Tilmicosin 3
Narasin 2
Beta-Mannanase 2
Tylosin Phosphate 1
Outcome Breakdown
Died
8 (42.1%)
Outcome Unknown
6 (31.6%)
Euthanized
2 (10.5%)
Ongoing
2 (10.5%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (5.3%)
Gender Distribution
Mixed 9 (64.3%)
Unknown 2 (14.3%)
Female 2 (14.3%)
Male 1 (7.1%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 | |
| 2014 | 5 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines Pet Health Insights
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines accounts for 14 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #400 by volume among pig breeds, with 8 reports (57.1%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 0.2 years, average weight 98.1 kg (216.3 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (8), Lameness (5), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (3). Most-referenced drug: Ractopamine Hydrochloride (9 reports), followed by Tilmicosin (3) and Narasin (2).
Outcome coding on 19 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (42.1%). Annual submissions ranged 2,011-2,019 across 6 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve PIC International Commercial Swine Lines? ▼
There are 14 adverse event reports involving PIC International Commercial Swine Lines in the FDA database, with 8 reports involving death (57.1% death rate). PIC International Commercial Swine Lines ranks #400 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for PIC International Commercial Swine Lines? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for PIC International Commercial Swine Lines are Death (8 reports), Lameness (5 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (3 reports), Distress (3 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with PIC International Commercial Swine Lines adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in PIC International Commercial Swine Lines adverse event reports are Ractopamine Hydrochloride (9 reports), Tilmicosin (3 reports), Narasin (2 reports), Beta-Mannanase (2 reports), Tylosin Phosphate (1 reports).
What is the average age of PIC International Commercial Swine Lines in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of PIC International Commercial Swine Lines at the time of adverse event reports is 0.2 years, with an average weight of 98.1 kg (216.3 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean PIC International Commercial Swine Lines 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 PIC International Commercial Swine Lines 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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