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51 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.
51
Total Reports
4
Deaths Reported
780.0%
Death Rate
Active Ingredients
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Administration Routes
OralUnknown
Species Affected
Dog 49
Cat 2
Most Affected Breeds
Retriever - Labrador 6
Crossbred Canine/dog 6
Chihuahua 3
American Pit Bull Terrier 3
Bichon Frise 2
Schnauzer - Miniature 2
Maltese 2
Terrier - Boston 2
Dachshund - Standard Smooth-haired 2
Spaniel (unspecified) 2
Most Reported Reactions
Decreased appetite 10
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 10
Elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT) 10
Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (SAP) 9
Diarrhoea 8
Underdose 8
Anorexia 7
Panting 5
Vomiting 5
Hyperkalaemia 5
Death by euthanasia 4
Weight loss 4
Outcome Breakdown
Outcome Unknown
30 (58.8%)
Ongoing
11 (21.6%)
Recovered/Normal
6 (11.8%)
Euthanized
4 (7.8%)
Source: FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine — Adverse Event Reports. Data reflects voluntary submissions and may not represent actual incidence rates.