Total Reports
240
FDA CVM filings
Turkey /
2026 FDA CVM data 240 reports on file official source
Turkey (unknown) — FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records and label data for Turkey (unknown) (Turkey), sourced from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine. Refreshed as new reports are filed. Cite PlainBreed when reusing this analysis.
Turkey (unknown) (Turkey) has 240 FDA adverse event reports on record, with 171 deaths reported (7120.0% death rate) — ranking #174 by report volume. The most frequently reported reaction is Death (123 cases). The top associated drug is Monensin Sodium. Average age at report: 0.1 years.
Deaths Reported
171
of 240 reports
Death Rate
7120.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
0.1 yr
5.7 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Turkey (unknown) death-coded reports 100.0%
Database median
7120.0% of 240 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: 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 123
Recumbency 54
Increased mortality rate 42
Lateral recumbency 26
Impaired vocalisation 16
Lack of efficacy (protozoa) - Coccidia 15
INEFFECTIVE, COCCIDIA 13
Behavioural disorder NOS 12
Lack of efficacy - NOS 12
NT - Abnormal necropsy finding NOS 12
Accidental exposure 11
Death by euthanasia 11
Inappropriate preparation of medication 10
Anorexia 10
Ataxia 10
Most Referenced Drugs
Monensin Sodium 166
Monensin 25
Ractopamine 7
Tylosin 6
Lasalocid Sodium 6
Narasin 5
Bacitracin Methylene Disalicylate 5
Fenbendazole 4
Sulfa Drug (Unknown) 4
Wet-Milled Fenbendaz Oral Susp 3
Amprolium 3
Fenbendazol Powder Mix 3
Diclazuril 3
Narasin, Nicarbazin 2
Roxarsone 2
Outcome Breakdown
Died
167 (60.7%)
Outcome Unknown
69 (25.1%)
Recovered/Normal
16 (5.8%)
Euthanized
11 (4.0%)
Ongoing
10 (3.6%)
Recovered with Sequela
2 (0.7%)
Gender Distribution
Unknown 95 (39.6%)
Male 65 (27.1%)
Female 59 (24.6%)
Mixed 21 (8.8%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25 | |
| 2011 | 20 | |
| 2012 | 7 | |
| 2013 | 18 | |
| 2014 | 21 | |
| 2015 | 7 | |
| 2016 | 25 | |
| 2017 | 20 | |
| 2018 | 23 | |
| 2019 | 11 | |
| 2020 | 10 | |
| 2021 | 12 | |
| 2022 | 18 | |
| 2023 | 14 | |
| 2024 | 6 | |
| 2025 | 3 | |
Turkey (unknown) Pet Health Insights
Across the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine adverse event database, Turkey (unknown) accounts for 240 submitted reports and currently ranks #174 by report volume within the turkey population. Of those reports, 171 involved a death outcome — a 7120.0% case-fatality figure calculated directly from the underlying FDA records rather than from external mortality studies. The mean age at time of reporting is 0.1 years, with an average recorded body weight of 5.7 kg (12.6 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 Turkey (unknown) are Death (123 reports), Recumbency (54 reports), Increased mortality rate (42 reports), together capturing a substantial share of the top-reaction traffic seen in this breed's record. On the product side, Monensin Sodium appears in 166 reports and is the single most-referenced drug, followed by Monensin (25) and Ractopamine (7). Counts like these surface which therapeutic classes dominate the reporting stream — useful context when comparing reactions across breeds of the same turkey species.
Outcome coding on the 275 reports with a recorded status is dominated by Died (60.7% 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 turkey.
Understanding Turkey (unknown) Adverse Event Data
Turkey (unknown) has 240 adverse event reports on file. Lower report volumes may reflect a less common breed, lower reporting rates, or genuinely fewer adverse events.
The 7120.0% 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 Monensin Sodium, appearing in 166 reports. This may indicate widespread use of the medication rather than a specific safety concern for Turkey (unknown).
Other Turkey Breeds
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Turkey (unknown)? ▼
There are 240 adverse event reports involving Turkey (unknown) in the FDA database, with 171 reports involving death (7120.0% death rate). Turkey (unknown) ranks #174 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Turkey (unknown)? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Turkey (unknown) are Death (123 reports), Recumbency (54 reports), Increased mortality rate (42 reports), Lateral recumbency (26 reports), Impaired vocalisation (16 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Turkey (unknown) adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Turkey (unknown) adverse event reports are Monensin Sodium (166 reports), Monensin (25 reports), Ractopamine (7 reports), Tylosin (6 reports), Lasalocid Sodium (6 reports).
What is the average age of Turkey (unknown) in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Turkey (unknown) at the time of adverse event reports is 0.1 years, with an average weight of 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Turkey (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 Turkey (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.
Turkey (unknown) ranks #174 by total report volume. Death rate (7120.0%) 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