Total Reports
481
FDA CVM filings
Pig /
2026 FDA CVM data 481 reports on file official source
Pig (unknown) — FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records and label data for Pig (unknown) (Pig), sourced from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine. Refreshed as new reports are filed. Cite PlainBreed when reusing this analysis.
Pig (unknown) (Pig) has 481 FDA adverse event reports on record, with 248 deaths reported (5160.0% death rate) — ranking #140 by report volume. The most frequently reported reaction is Death (190 cases). The top associated drug is Narasin. Average age at report: 0.7 years.
Deaths Reported
248
of 481 reports
Death Rate
5160.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
0.7 yr
75.3 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Pig (unknown) death-coded reports 100.0%
Database median
5160.0% of 481 reports involved a death outcome. Read alongside breed popularity, veterinary access, and owner awareness — these shape how many events ever reach the FDA. The 12% comparison line is the rough cross-breed median in the FDA CVM database; values above suggest higher reporting bias toward severe outcomes, not necessarily higher true mortality.
Average weight at time of report: 75.3 kg (166.0 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 190
Lack of efficacy - NOS 52
Recumbency 39
Death by euthanasia 33
Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS 27
NT - Abnormal necropsy finding NOS 26
Diarrhoea 24
Vocalisation 24
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 22
Anorexia 17
Behavioural disorder NOS 15
Lameness 14
Ataxia 14
Loose stool 13
Increased mortality rate 13
Most Referenced Drugs
Narasin 94
Ractopamine Hydrochloride 60
Tiamulin 54
Ractopamine 40
Enrofloxacin 31
Monensin Sodium 26
Tylosin Phosphate 24
Tilmicosin Phosphate 15
Avilamycin 14
Tulathromycin 14
Tilmicosin 14
Tiamulin Hydrogen Fumarate 13
Tylosin 12
Ivermectin 10
Fenbendazol Pellets 9
Outcome Breakdown
Died
224 (41.0%)
Outcome Unknown
192 (35.1%)
Recovered/Normal
63 (11.5%)
Euthanized
35 (6.4%)
Ongoing
27 (4.9%)
Recovered with Sequela
6 (1.1%)
Gender Distribution
Unknown 266 (55.3%)
Mixed 92 (19.1%)
Female 85 (17.7%)
Male 38 (7.9%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 30 | |
| 2011 | 41 | |
| 2012 | 43 | |
| 2013 | 42 | |
| 2014 | 38 | |
| 2015 | 39 | |
| 2016 | 37 | |
| 2017 | 39 | |
| 2018 | 23 | |
| 2019 | 15 | |
| 2020 | 14 | |
| 2021 | 34 | |
| 2022 | 24 | |
| 2023 | 24 | |
| 2024 | 22 | |
| 2025 | 16 | |
Pig (unknown) Pet Health Insights
Across the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine adverse event database, Pig (unknown) accounts for 481 submitted reports and currently ranks #140 by report volume within the pig population. Of those reports, 248 involved a death outcome — a 5160.0% case-fatality figure calculated directly from the underlying FDA records rather than from external mortality studies. The mean age at time of reporting is 0.7 years, with an average recorded body weight of 75.3 kg (166.0 lbs). These figures reflect the voluntary reporting pool only and should be read alongside breed popularity, veterinary access, and owner awareness — all of which shape how many events ever reach the FDA.
The most frequently reported clinical signs for Pig (unknown) are Death (190 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (52 reports), Recumbency (39 reports), together capturing a substantial share of the top-reaction traffic seen in this breed's record. On the product side, Narasin appears in 94 reports and is the single most-referenced drug, followed by Ractopamine Hydrochloride (60) and Tiamulin (54). Counts like these surface which therapeutic classes dominate the reporting stream — useful context when comparing reactions across breeds of the same pig species.
Outcome coding on the 547 reports with a recorded status is dominated by Died (41.0% of coded outcomes). Annual submission volume ranges from 2,010 to 2,025 reports across the 16 years on file, indicating the reporting trend is shaped as much by awareness cycles as by underlying clinical events. Because FDA adverse event reports describe correlation rather than causation, these numbers are most useful as a signal of where to ask further questions with a veterinarian — not as a standalone risk score for any individual pig.
Understanding Pig (unknown) Adverse Event Data
Pig (unknown) has 481 adverse event reports on file. Lower report volumes may reflect a less common breed, lower reporting rates, or genuinely fewer adverse events.
The 5160.0% death rate is above average, though this statistic should be interpreted cautiously. Death reports may be overrepresented because serious outcomes are more likely to be reported than mild reactions.
The most frequently referenced drug in adverse reports is Narasin, appearing in 94 reports. This may indicate widespread use of the medication rather than a specific safety concern for Pig (unknown).
Other Pig Breeds
Crossbred Porcine/Pig
368 reports · 4400.0% death rate
Pig (other)
44 reports · 5680.0% death rate
Commercial hybrid
33 reports · 4850.0% death rate
Mixed (Pig)
29 reports · 5520.0% death rate
Vietnamese Pot Bellied
26 reports · 3080.0% death rate
Yorkshire (Pig) also known as American Yorkshire
17 reports · 4710.0% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Pig (unknown)? ▼
There are 481 adverse event reports involving Pig (unknown) in the FDA database, with 248 reports involving death (5160.0% death rate). Pig (unknown) ranks #140 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Pig (unknown)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Pig (unknown) are Death (190 reports), Lack of efficacy - NOS (52 reports), Recumbency (39 reports), Death by euthanasia (33 reports), Lack of efficacy (bacteria) - NOS (27 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Pig (unknown) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Pig (unknown) adverse event reports are Narasin (94 reports), Ractopamine Hydrochloride (60 reports), Tiamulin (54 reports), Ractopamine (40 reports), Enrofloxacin (31 reports).
What is the average age of Pig (unknown) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Pig (unknown) at the time of adverse event reports is 0.7 years, with an average weight of 75.3 kg (166.0 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Pig (unknown) 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 (unknown) 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.
Guides & Resources
Understanding Adverse Events
What FDA reports are and how they are collected
Breed-Specific Risks
Why some breeds appear in more adverse event reports
Pet Medication Safety
Evaluating medication risks using FDA data
Most Reported Medications
Drugs that appear most in adverse event reports
How FDA CVM Tracks Events
The reporting process and database limitations
Related Data Sources
Data Sources & Methodology
Adverse event data sourced from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine via the openFDA Animal & Veterinary Adverse Events API. Reports are voluntarily submitted by pet owners, veterinarians, and product manufacturers.
Pig (unknown) ranks #140 by total report volume. Death rate (5160.0%) reflects the proportion of reports involving death and should not be interpreted as a breed-specific mortality rate. Reporting biases, breed popularity, and veterinary access all influence report counts.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Related
Data sourced from official AKC, AVMA, ACVO, and breed-club veterinary references. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBreed Editorial