Capstar

52 adverse event reports submitted to the FDA

Important: Adverse event reports do not establish that a drug caused or contributed to the event. Consult your veterinarian before making treatment decisions.

Total Reports

Deaths Reported

960.0%

Death Rate

Active Ingredients

Capstar

Administration Routes

OralUnknownTopical

Species Affected

Dog 39

Cat 13

Most Affected Breeds

Domestic Shorthair 5

Cat (other) 4

Retriever - Labrador 3

Shepherd Dog - German 3

Retriever - Golden 2

Crossbred Canine/dog 2

Cat (unknown) 2

Terrier - Yorkshire 2

Dog (unknown) 2

Terrier - Bull - American Pit 2

Most Reported Reactions

Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea 21

Seizure NOS 5

Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 5

Vomiting 4

Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - NOS 3

Death by euthanasia 3

Weight loss 3

Emesis (multiple) 2

Behavioural disorder NOS 2

Hair loss NOS 2

Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 2

Decreased appetite 2

Outcome Breakdown

Ongoing

24 (46.2%)

Outcome Unknown

14 (26.9%)

Recovered/Normal

9 (17.3%)

Euthanized

3 (5.8%)

Died

2 (3.8%)

Source: FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine — Adverse Event Reports. Data reflects voluntary submissions and may not represent actual incidence rates.