Total Reports
38
FDA CVM filings
Cat /
FDA CVM · 2025 release 38 reports on file
Turkish Van - FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records for Turkish Van (Cat) from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine.
Data updated June 2026
The record at a glance
Turkish Van's FDA record: #294 most-reported cat breed, 38 total reports, 2.6% death-coded (1 reports).
- #294
- most-reported cat breed
- 2.6%
- death-coded report share
- 9
- Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') - top reaction
- 8.0 yr
- average age at report
Higher volume usually means a more popular breed, not a riskier one, compare against how common the breed is.
Deaths Reported
1
of 38 reports
Death Rate
2.6%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
8.0 yr
5.7 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Turkish Van death-coded reports 2.6%
Cross-breed median
2.6% of 38 turkish van 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: 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 9
Vomiting 6
Emesis 4
Anorexia 4
Application site alopecia 3
Most Referenced Drugs
Spinosad 6
Fluralaner Spot-On Solution 5
Selamectin 3
Frunevetmab 3
Praziquantel 2
Outcome Breakdown
Ongoing
15 (39.5%)
Recovered/Normal
12 (31.6%)
Outcome Unknown
10 (26.3%)
Euthanized
1 (2.6%)
Gender Distribution
Male 28 (73.7%)
Female 10 (26.3%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 3 | |
| 2017 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 6 | |
| 2019 | 3 | |
| 2020 | 6 | |
| 2021 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 5 | |
| 2024 | 3 | |
| 2025 | 5 | |
Turkish Van Pet Health Insights
Turkish Van accounts for 38 FDA adverse event reports, ranking #294 by volume among cat breeds, with 1 reports (2.6%) coded as a death outcome. Mean age at report: 8.0 years, average weight 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs).
Top reported signs: Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (9), Vomiting (6), Emesis (4). Most-referenced drug: Spinosad (6 reports), followed by Fluralaner Spot-On Solution (5) and Selamectin (3).
Outcome coding on 38 status-recorded reports is dominated by Ongoing (39.5%). Annual submissions ranged 2,011-2,025 across 13 years on file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Turkish Van? ▼
There are 38 adverse event reports involving Turkish Van in the FDA database, with 1 reports involving death (2.6% death rate). Turkish Van ranks #294 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Turkish Van? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Turkish Van are Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') (9 reports), Vomiting (6 reports), Emesis (4 reports), Anorexia (4 reports), Application site alopecia (3 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Turkish Van adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Turkish Van adverse event reports are Spinosad (6 reports), Fluralaner Spot-On Solution (5 reports), Selamectin (3 reports), Frunevetmab (3 reports), Praziquantel (2 reports).
What is the average age of Turkish Van in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Turkish Van at the time of adverse event reports is 8.0 years, with an average weight of 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Turkish Van 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 Turkish Van 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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