Total Reports
27
FDA CVM filings
Turkey /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 27 reports on file
Turkey (other) - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Turkey (other) (Turkey) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
With 27 reports on file, Turkey (other) sits at #328 among turkey breeds by volume; death-coded share is 81.5% (22 reports).
- #328
- most-reported turkey breed
- 81.5%
- death-coded report share
- 18
- Death - top reaction
- 0.1 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
22
of 27 reports
Death Rate
81.5%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
0.1 yr
4.0 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Turkey (other) death-coded reports 81.5%
Cross-breed median
81.5% of 27 turkey (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: 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 18
Lateral recumbency 9
Recumbency 4
Lack of efficacy (protozoa) - Coccidia 4
Not eating 3
Most Referenced Drugs
Monensin Sodium 22
Narasin 2
Ractopamine Hydrochloride 2
Lasalocid Sodium 1
L-Lysine 1
Outcome Breakdown
Died
22 (61.1%)
Outcome Unknown
6 (16.7%)
Recovered/Normal
4 (11.1%)
Recovered with Sequela
3 (8.3%)
Euthanized
1 (2.8%)
Gender Distribution
Male 16 (59.3%)
Female 9 (33.3%)
Unknown 2 (7.4%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 14 | |
| 2012 | 4 | |
| 2013 | 3 | |
| 2014 | 3 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | |
Turkey (other) Pet Health Insights
Turkey (other) accounts for 27 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #328 by volume among turkey breeds, with 22 reports (81.5%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 0.1 years, average weight 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs).
Top reported signs: Death (18), Lateral recumbency (9), Recumbency (4). Most-referenced drug: Monensin Sodium (22 reports), followed by Narasin (2) and Ractopamine Hydrochloride (2).
Outcome coding on 36 status-recorded reports is dominated by Died (61.1%). Annual submissions ranged 2,011-2,024 across 7 years on file.
Turkey Breeds With a Similar Report Volume
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Turkey (other)? ▼
There are 27 adverse event reports involving Turkey (other) in the FDA database, with 22 reports involving death (81.5% death rate). Turkey (other) ranks #328 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Turkey (other)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Turkey (other) are Death (18 reports), Lateral recumbency (9 reports), Recumbency (4 reports), Lack of efficacy (protozoa) - Coccidia (4 reports), Not eating (3 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Turkey (other) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Turkey (other) adverse event reports are Monensin Sodium (22 reports), Narasin (2 reports), Ractopamine Hydrochloride (2 reports), Lasalocid Sodium (1 reports), L-Lysine (1 reports).
What is the average age of Turkey (other) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Turkey (other) at the time of adverse event reports is 0.1 years, with an average weight of 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Turkey (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 Turkey (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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