Total Reports
138
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 138 reports on file
Standardbred (unspecified) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Standardbred (unspecified) (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Standardbred (unspecified) ranks #214 by report volume among horse breeds - 19 of 138 reports (13.8%) recorded a death outcome.
- #214
- most-reported horse breed
- 13.8%
- death-coded report share
- 17
- INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) - top reaction
- 8.9 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
19
of 138 reports
Death Rate
13.8%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
8.9 yr
415.8 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Standardbred (unspecified) death-coded reports 13.8%
Cross-breed median
13.8% of 138 standardbred (unspecified) 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: 415.8 kg (916.8 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) 17
Injection site swelling 16
Death 11
Injection site pain 10
Recumbency 10
Fever 10
Lack of efficacy - NOS 9
Application site swelling 8
Most Referenced Drugs
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 25
Omeprazole 18
Ivermectin + Praziquantel 7
Ceftiofur 6
Omeprazole 37% Oral Paste 6
Pergolide Mesylate 6
Ketamine Hydrochloride 5
Hyaluronate Sodium 5
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
37 (33.9%)
Recovered/Normal
31 (28.4%)
Ongoing
21 (19.3%)
Died
13 (11.9%)
Euthanized
6 (5.5%)
Recovered with Sequela
1 (0.9%)
Gender Distribution
Male 77 (55.8%)
Female 51 (37.0%)
Unknown 6 (4.3%)
Mixed 4 (2.9%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15 | |
| 2011 | 15 | |
| 2012 | 13 | |
| 2013 | 11 | |
| 2014 | 6 | |
| 2015 | 11 | |
| 2016 | 3 | |
| 2017 | 11 | |
| 2018 | 4 | |
| 2019 | 10 | |
| 2020 | 6 | |
| 2021 | 11 | |
| 2022 | 8 | |
| 2023 | 7 | |
| 2024 | 2 | |
| 2025 | 5 | |
Standardbred (unspecified) Pet Health Insights
Standardbred (unspecified) accounts for 138 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #214 by volume among horse breeds, with 19 reports (13.8%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 8.9 years, average weight 415.8 kg (916.8 lbs).
Top reported signs: INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (17), Injection site swelling (16), Death (11). Most-referenced drug: Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (25 reports), followed by Omeprazole (18) and Ivermectin + Praziquantel (7).
Outcome coding on 109 status-recorded reports is dominated by Outcome Unknown (33.9%). Annual submissions ranged 2,010-2,025 across 16 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Standardbred (unspecified)? ▼
There are 138 adverse event reports involving Standardbred (unspecified) in the FDA database, with 19 reports involving death (13.8% death rate). Standardbred (unspecified) ranks #214 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Standardbred (unspecified)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Standardbred (unspecified) are INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (17 reports), Injection site swelling (16 reports), Death (11 reports), Injection site pain (10 reports), Recumbency (10 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Standardbred (unspecified) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Standardbred (unspecified) adverse event reports are Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (25 reports), Omeprazole (18 reports), Ivermectin + Praziquantel (7 reports), Ceftiofur (6 reports), Omeprazole 37% Oral Paste (6 reports).
What is the average age of Standardbred (unspecified) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Standardbred (unspecified) at the time of adverse event reports is 8.9 years, with an average weight of 415.8 kg (916.8 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Standardbred (unspecified) 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 Standardbred (unspecified) 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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