Total Reports
26
FDA CVM filings
Pig /
2026 FDA CVM data 26 reports on file official source
Vietnamese Pot Bellied — FDA Adverse Event Profile
Adverse-event records and label data for Vietnamese Pot Bellied (Pig), sourced from the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine. Refreshed as new reports are filed. Cite PlainBreed when reusing this analysis.
Vietnamese Pot Bellied (Pig) has 26 FDA adverse event reports on record, with 8 deaths reported (3080.0% death rate) — ranking #332 by report volume. The most frequently reported reaction is Death (6 cases). The top associated drug is Ivermectin. Average age at report: 2.6 years.
Deaths Reported
8
of 26 reports
Death Rate
3080.0%
death-coded share
Avg Age at Report
2.6 yr
37.5 kg avg weight
Death-Coded Outcome Share
Vietnamese Pot Bellied death-coded reports 100.0%
Database median
3080.0% of 26 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: 37.5 kg (82.7 lbs)
Top Reported Reactions
Death 6
Convulsion 2
Anorexia 2
PR-LUNG(S), LESION(S) 2
Erythema (for urticaria see Immune SOC) 2
Lack of efficacy - NOS 2
Drowsiness - neurological disorder 2
Proprioception deficit 2
Knuckling 2
Digestive tract disorder NOS 1
Oedema NOS (see other SOCs for specific oedemas) 1
PR-CEREBRUM, LESION(S) 1
Ataxia 1
Nystagmus 1
Pneumonia 1
Most Referenced Drugs
Ivermectin 5
Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 4
Ketamine 3
Doramectin 2
Ivermectin 1% Injection 2
Flunixin Meglumine 2
Omeprazole 2
Detomidine Hydrochloride 2
Midazolam 2
Sevoflurane 2
Lidocaine 2
Crystalloid Solution 2
Bupivacaine 2
Ceftiofur 1
Tiletamine Hcl; Zolazapam Hcl 1
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
8 (33.3%)
Died
7 (29.2%)
Recovered/Normal
5 (20.8%)
Ongoing
3 (12.5%)
Euthanized
1 (4.2%)
Gender Distribution
Male 10 (38.5%)
Unknown 9 (34.6%)
Female 6 (23.1%)
Mixed 1 (3.8%)
Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 3 | |
| 2020 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 3 | |
| 2022 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 3 | |
Vietnamese Pot Bellied Pet Health Insights
Across the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine adverse event database, Vietnamese Pot Bellied accounts for 26 submitted reports and currently ranks #332 by report volume within the pig population. Of those reports, 8 involved a death outcome — a 3080.0% case-fatality figure calculated directly from the underlying FDA records rather than from external mortality studies. The mean age at time of reporting is 2.6 years, with an average recorded body weight of 37.5 kg (82.7 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 Vietnamese Pot Bellied are Death (6 reports), Convulsion (2 reports), Anorexia (2 reports), together capturing a substantial share of the top-reaction traffic seen in this breed's record. On the product side, Ivermectin appears in 5 reports and is the single most-referenced drug, followed by Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (4) and Ketamine (3). Counts like these surface which therapeutic classes dominate the reporting stream — useful context when comparing reactions across breeds of the same pig species.
Outcome coding on the 24 reports with a recorded status is dominated by Outcome Unknown (33.3% of coded outcomes). Annual submission volume ranges from 2,010 to 2,024 reports across the 13 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 pig.
Understanding Vietnamese Pot Bellied Adverse Event Data
Vietnamese Pot Bellied has 26 adverse event reports on file. Lower report volumes may reflect a less common breed, lower reporting rates, or genuinely fewer adverse events.
The 3080.0% 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 Ivermectin, appearing in 5 reports. This may indicate widespread use of the medication rather than a specific safety concern for Vietnamese Pot Bellied.
Other Pig Breeds
Pig (unknown)
481 reports · 5160.0% death rate
Crossbred Porcine/Pig
368 reports · 4400.0% death rate
Pig (other)
44 reports · 5680.0% death rate
Commercial hybrid
33 reports · 4850.0% death rate
Mixed (Pig)
29 reports · 5520.0% death rate
Yorkshire (Pig) also known as American Yorkshire
17 reports · 4710.0% death rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many FDA adverse event reports involve Vietnamese Pot Bellied? ▼
There are 26 adverse event reports involving Vietnamese Pot Bellied in the FDA database, with 8 reports involving death (3080.0% death rate). Vietnamese Pot Bellied ranks #332 by report volume.
What are the most common adverse reactions reported for Vietnamese Pot Bellied? ▼
The most commonly reported adverse reactions for Vietnamese Pot Bellied are Death (6 reports), Convulsion (2 reports), Anorexia (2 reports), PR-LUNG(S), LESION(S) (2 reports), Erythema (for urticaria see Immune SOC) (2 reports).
What drugs are most frequently associated with Vietnamese Pot Bellied adverse events? ▼
The drugs most frequently referenced in Vietnamese Pot Bellied adverse event reports are Ivermectin (5 reports), Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid (4 reports), Ketamine (3 reports), Doramectin (2 reports), Ivermectin 1% Injection (2 reports).
What is the average age of Vietnamese Pot Bellied in adverse event reports? ▼
The average age of Vietnamese Pot Bellied at the time of adverse event reports is 2.6 years, with an average weight of 37.5 kg (82.7 lbs).
Does a high number of adverse event reports mean Vietnamese Pot Bellied 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 Vietnamese Pot Bellied 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.
Vietnamese Pot Bellied ranks #332 by total report volume. Death rate (3080.0%) 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