Total Reports
42
FDA CVM filings
Horse /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 42 reports on file
Trakehner - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Trakehner (Horse) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Among horse breeds, Trakehner is #283 by FDA report volume; 7.1% of its 42 reports (3) were death-coded.
- #283
- most-reported horse breed
- 7.1%
- death-coded report share
- 7
- Colic - top reaction
- 15.6 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
3
of 42 reports
Death Rate
7.1%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
15.6 yr
469.5 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Trakehner death-coded reports 7.1%
Cross-breed median
7.1% of 42 trakehner 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: 469.5 kg (1035.2 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Colic 7
INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) 5
Swollen lip (see also 'Skin') 4
Depression 4
Anorexia 4
Most Referenced Drugs
Pergolide Mesylate 8
Omeprazole 6
Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste 4
Detomidine Hydrochloride 4
Flunixin Meglumine 3
Outcome Breakdown
Recovered/Normal
14 (35.9%)
Outcome Unknown
11 (28.2%)
Ongoing
11 (28.2%)
Euthanized
2 (5.1%)
Died
1 (2.6%)
Gender Distribution
Male 21 (50.0%)
Female 20 (47.6%)
Unknown 1 (2.4%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 2 | |
| 2012 | 4 | |
| 2013 | 4 | |
| 2014 | 3 | |
| 2015 | 4 | |
| 2016 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 4 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 4 | |
| 2025 | 4 | |
Trakehner Pet Health Insights
Trakehner accounts for 42 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #283 by volume among horse breeds, with 3 reports (7.1%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 15.6 years, average weight 469.5 kg (1035.2 lbs).
Top reported signs: Colic (7), INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (5), Swollen lip (see also 'Skin') (4). Most-referenced drug: Pergolide Mesylate (8 reports), followed by Omeprazole (6) and Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste (4).
Outcome coding on 39 status-recorded reports is dominated by Recovered/Normal (35.9%). 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 Trakehner? ▼
There are 42 adverse event reports involving Trakehner in the FDA database, with 3 reports involving death (7.1% death rate). Trakehner ranks #283 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Trakehner? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Trakehner are Colic (7 reports), INEFFECTIVE, GASTRIC ULCER(S) (5 reports), Swollen lip (see also 'Skin') (4 reports), Depression (4 reports), Anorexia (4 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Trakehner adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Trakehner adverse event reports are Pergolide Mesylate (8 reports), Omeprazole (6 reports), Ivermectin(1.55%)/Praziquantel(7.75%) Paste (4 reports), Detomidine Hydrochloride (4 reports), Flunixin Meglumine (3 reports).
What is the average age of Trakehner in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Trakehner at the time of adverse event reports is 15.6 years, with an average weight of 469.5 kg (1035.2 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Trakehner 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 Trakehner 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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