Metacam
105 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.
105
Total Reports
28
Deaths Reported
2670.0%
Death Rate
Active Ingredients
Metacam
Administration Routes
UnknownOralSubcutaneousIntramuscular
Species Affected
Dog 81
Cat 23
Rabbit 1
Most Affected Breeds
Domestic Shorthair 13
Chihuahua 9
Retriever - Labrador 6
Shepherd Dog - German 5
Terrier (unspecified) 5
Retriever - Golden 4
Spitz - German Pomeranian 4
Dachshund - Miniature 3
Shepherd Dog - Australian 3
Cat (other) 3
Most Reported Reactions
Death by euthanasia 16
Vomiting 12
Lack of efficacy - NOS 12
Death 12
Ataxia 11
Decreased appetite 9
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 9
Weight loss 8
Diarrhoea 8
Polydipsia 7
Panting 7
Not eating 7
Outcome Breakdown
Ongoing
47 (44.8%)
Recovered/Normal
17 (16.2%)
Euthanized
16 (15.2%)
Outcome Unknown
12 (11.4%)
Died
12 (11.4%)
Recovered with Sequela
1 (1.0%)
Source: FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine — Adverse Event Reports. Data reflects voluntary submissions and may not represent actual incidence rates.