Total Reports
44
FDA CVM filings
Pig /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 44 reports on file
Pig (other) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Pig (other) (Pig) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 44 reports on file, Pig (other) sits at #278 among pig breeds by volume; death-coded share is 56.8% (25 reports).
- #278
- most-reported pig breed
- 56.8%
- death-coded report share
- 16
- Death - top reaction
- 0.7 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
25
of 44 reports
Death Rate
56.8%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
0.7 yr
63.2 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Pig (other) death-coded reports 56.8%
Cross-breed median
56.8% of 44 pig (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: 63.2 kg (139.4 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 16
Death by euthanasia 6
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 5
Lameness 4
IGA Animal morbidity greater than expected 4
Most Referenced Drugs
Ractopamine 8
Ractopamine Hydrochloride 8
Tylosin 5
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 4
Deletion Of Exon 7 Of Cd163 Gene In Domestic Pigs 4
Outcome Breakdown
Died
23 (42.6%)
Outcome Unknown
21 (38.9%)
Euthanized
4 (7.4%)
Recovered/Normal
3 (5.6%)
Ongoing
2 (3.7%)
Recovered with Sequela
1 (1.9%)
Gender Distribution
Mixed 20 (45.5%)
Unknown 15 (34.1%)
Female 6 (13.6%)
Male 3 (6.8%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8 | |
| 2011 | 11 | |
| 2012 | 5 | |
| 2013 | 3 | |
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 3 | |
| 2022 | 3 | |
| 2025 | 5 | |
Pig (other) Pet Health Insights
Pig (other) accounts for 44 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #278 by volume among pig breeds, with 25 reports (56.8%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 0.7 years, average weight 63.2 kg (139.4 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (16), Death by euthanasia (6), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (5). Most-referenced drug: Ractopamine (8 reports), followed by Ractopamine Hydrochloride (8) and Tylosin (5).
Outcome coding on 54 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (42.6%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 12 years on file.
Pig Breeds With a Similar Report Volume
Commercial hybrid
33 reports · 48.5% death rate
Mixed (Pig)
29 reports · 55.2% death rate
Vietnamese Pot Bellied
26 reports · 30.8% death rate
Yorkshire (Pig) also known as American Yorkshire
17 reports · 47.1% death rate
PIC International Commercial Swine Lines
14 reports · 57.1% death rate
Duroc
11 reports · 54.5% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Pig (other)? ▼
There are 44 adverse event reports involving Pig (other) in the FDA database, with 25 reports involving death (56.8% death rate). Pig (other) ranks #278 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Pig (other)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Pig (other) are Death (16 reports), Death by euthanasia (6 reports), Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (5 reports), Lameness (4 reports), IGA Animal morbidity greater than expected (4 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Pig (other) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Pig (other) adverse event reports are Ractopamine (8 reports), Ractopamine Hydrochloride (8 reports), Tylosin (5 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (4 reports), Deletion Of Exon 7 Of Cd163 Gene In Domestic Pigs (4 reports).
What is the average age of Pig (other) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Pig (other) at the time of adverse event reports is 0.7 years, with an average weight of 63.2 kg (139.4 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Pig (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 Pig (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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