Browse Pet Safety Reports
16,698 FDA adverse event reports for pets.
FDA Veterinary Adverse Event Database
Browse 16,698 adverse event reports collected by the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine. Each report includes the animal species, breed, drug or product involved, observed reactions, and outcome. Reports flagged as "serious" involve death, life-threatening conditions, or hospitalization. Use the filters to narrow results by species, outcome severity, or keyword. Note that a higher number of reports does not necessarily indicate a less safe product, widely prescribed drugs naturally accumulate more reports.
Pet Adverse Event Reports
Browse 16,698 FDA veterinary adverse event reports for Human.
| Date | Species | Breed | Drug | Reaction | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid | Injection site swelling; Injection site reaction NOS; Localised pain NOS (see... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 27, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid | Injection site pain; Injection site numbness; Injection site tingling; Stingi... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 26, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Spinosad | Headache | Recovered with Sequela |
| May 25, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Spinosad; Milbemycin Oxime | Oral discomfort | Recovered with Sequela |
| May 24, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Acepromazine Maleate | Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'); Acci... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Imidacloprid; Moxidectin | Rash; Skin lesion NOS; Pruritus; Bacterial skin infection NOS; Accidental exp... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Prednisolone; Trimeprazine Tartrate | Mydriasis; Dilated pupils; Headache; Vision blurred; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| May 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Doramectin; Phenol | Injection site bruising; Injection site bleeding; Injection site pain | Outcome Unknown |
| May 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Mercaptobenzothiazole | No sign; Accidental exposure; Accidental drug intake by child | - |
| May 21, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Gonadorelindiacetate Tetrahydrate Inj... | Disorders of menstrual cycle NOS; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| May 21, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Imidacloprid; Moxidectin | Diarrhoea; Taste alteration; Excessive thirst; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 19, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Clindamycin Hydrochloride Liquid 25 Mg | Eye irritation; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 19, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Maropitant Citrate | Burning sensation of eye; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| May 14, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Tildipirosin Injectable | Dizzy spell | Outcome Unknown |
| May 14, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Tresaderm Dermatological Solution | Eye irritation; Eye redness; Eye pain; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 13, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Burning sensation (skin); Smell disorder NOS; Swollen lip (see also 'Skin'); ... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 13, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Eprinomectin 5% Injection | Allergic skin reaction; Hives (see also 'Skin'); Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 12, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Eye irritation; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| May 12, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Nitenpyram; Nitenpyram | Tiredness | Recovered/Normal |
| May 10, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Ivermectin | Injection site swelling; Injection site pain; Injection site warmth | Recovered/Normal |
| May 8, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Meloxicam | Eye irritation; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 7, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Tilmicosin Phosphate | Injection site pain; Accidental exposure | Recovered with Sequela |
| May 6, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Meloxicam | Swelling around eye; Eye inflamed; Eye pain | Outcome Unknown |
| May 6, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Imidacloprid; Moxidectin | Localised numbness (see also application site SOC); Bad taste; Accidental exp... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 5, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Ivermectin; Pyrantel As Pamoate Salt | Rash | Outcome Unknown |
| May 5, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Spinosad; Milbemycin Oxime | Nasal bleeding; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| May 5, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Fentanyl | Burning sensation (skin); Skin irritation | Outcome Unknown |
| May 4, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Tulathromycin | Injection site pain | Outcome Unknown |
| May 3, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Eprinomectin 5% Injection | Uncoded sign; Systemic disorder NOS; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 2, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Rash; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 1, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Burning sensation of eye; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| May 1, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Eprinomectin 5% Injection | Skin lesion NOS; Joint pain; Swollen joint; Stiff knee; Lameness; Musculoskel... | Outcome Unknown |
| May 1, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Eprinomectin 5% Injection | Injection site bruising; Injection site lesion; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 29, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Spinosad; Milbemycin Oxime | Rash | Recovered with Sequela |
| Apr 28, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Pyrantel Pamoate/Praziquantel | Light headedness; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 26, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Moxidectin | Injection site bleeding; Injection site pain; Malaise; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 26, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Generalised rash; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 26, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Bad taste; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| Apr 26, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Mercaptobenzothiazole | No sign; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Accidental drug i... | - |
| Apr 25, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Spinosad; Milbemycin Oxime | Rash | Recovered with Sequela |
| Apr 25, 2014 | Human | Unknown | 114Mg Pyrantel Pamoate/ 114Mg Praziqu... | Abdominal pain; Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 24, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Pentobarbital Sodium, Phenytoin Sodium | Tingling sensation; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| Apr 24, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Hydrocortisone Aceponate/Miconazole N... | Burning sensation of eye; Eye redness | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Moxidectin | Fever; Eye pain; Night sweat; Testicular pain | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Selamectin | Rash; Hives (see also 'Skin'); Accidental exposure | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Oxybendazole | Diarrhoea | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 22, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Oxytetracycline Dihydrate (Oxytetracy... | Burning sensation of eye | Recovered/Normal |
| Apr 21, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Tilmicosin Phosphate | Taste alteration; Accidental exposure | Recovered/Normal |
| Apr 21, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Maropitant Citrate | Accidental exposure; Injection site pain; Injection site bruising | Outcome Unknown |
| Apr 19, 2014 | Human | Unknown | Moxidectin | Muscle pain; Dizziness; Nausea | Recovered/Normal |
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your veterinarian immediately. If the reaction is severe, difficulty breathing, seizures, collapse, or severe swelling, seek emergency veterinary care right away. After your pet is stabilized, report the adverse event to the FDA through safetyreporting.hhs.gov or by calling 1-888-FDA-VETS (1-888-332-8387). Reporting helps the FDA identify safety issues that can lead to label changes or product recalls.
Dogs account for the majority of adverse event reports, followed by cats. This reflects both the larger pet population and wider range of medications for these species. Flea and tick products, pain medications (NSAIDs), and heartworm preventives are among the product categories with the highest report counts across all species.
Not necessarily. A drug used by millions of pets will have more reports in absolute numbers than a niche product, even if the actual rate of adverse events is lower. The FDA uses these reports as one of many tools to evaluate drug safety, looking for patterns and statistical signals rather than raw counts alone. Always consult your veterinarian before changing any medication.