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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.

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Date Species Breed Drug Reaction Outcome
Jul 18, 2006 Human Unknown Carprofen Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Corneal ulcer; Eye redness... -
Jul 18, 2006 Human Unknown Tilmicosin Phosphate Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jul 17, 2006 Human Unknown Dexamethasone, Neomycin, Thiabendazole Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye irritation; Eye pain -
Jul 16, 2006 Human Unknown Tilmicosin Phosphate Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jul 16, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin No sign; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure -
Jul 15, 2006 Human Unknown Betamethasone Valerate, Clotrimazole,... Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye pain -
Jul 14, 2006 Human Unknown Carprofen Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Epiphora; Eye redness -
Jul 14, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Diarrhoea; Vomiting -
Jul 12, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin No sign; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accident... -
Jul 11, 2006 Human Unknown Ceftiofur Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jul 11, 2006 Human Unknown Ceftiofur Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jul 10, 2006 Human Unknown Moxidectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Abdominal pain; Balance pr... -
Jul 10, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Nausea; Sensory abnormalit... -
Jul 10, 2006 Human Unknown Tilmicosin Phosphate Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jul 7, 2006 Human Unknown Tilmicosin Phosphate Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jul 7, 2006 Human Unknown Nitenpyram No sign; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure -
Jul 6, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jul 6, 2006 Human Unknown Ivermectin No sign; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accident... -
Jul 6, 2006 Human Unknown Clorsulon, Ivermectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Injection site pain -
Jul 5, 2006 Human Unknown Tiletamine, Zolazepam Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jul 4, 2006 Human Unknown Altrenogest Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jul 2, 2006 Human Unknown Meloxicam Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye irritation -
Jul 2, 2006 Human Unknown Clomipramine Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Feeling depressed -
Jul 1, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Application site swelling;... -
Jun 30, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Pruritus; Bloodshot eye -
Jun 28, 2006 Human Unknown Meloxicam Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye pain -
Jun 27, 2006 Human Unknown Cefpodoxime Proxetil Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jun 26, 2006 Human Unknown Detomidine Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jun 24, 2006 Human Unknown Tilmicosin Phosphate Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jun 24, 2006 Human Unknown Tilmicosin Phosphate Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jun 24, 2006 Human Unknown Tulathromycin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jun 23, 2006 Human Unknown Eprinomectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jun 22, 2006 Human Unknown Tylosin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jun 22, 2006 Human Unknown Doramectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Injection site swelling; I... -
Jun 22, 2006 Human Unknown Melarsomine Dihydrochloride Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Injection site swelling; I... -
Jun 22, 2006 Human Unknown Meloxicam Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye irritation; Eye pain -
Jun 22, 2006 Human Unknown Nitenpyram Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Pharyngitis; Anaphylaxis; ... -
Jun 20, 2006 Human Unknown Dexamethasone, Neomycin, Thiabendazole Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye irritation; Eye pain -
Jun 20, 2006 Human Unknown Doramectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Injection site swelling; I... -
Jun 20, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Impaired vision; Voice alt... -
Jun 19, 2006 Human Unknown Ivermectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jun 19, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposu... -
Jun 19, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jun 19, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Peeling skin; Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure -
Jun 18, 2006 Human Unknown Carprofen Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Vomiting; Trembling; Shaking -
Jun 17, 2006 Human Unknown Amoxicillin, Clavulanate Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Rash -
Jun 17, 2006 Human Unknown Selamectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Eye disorder NOS (for phot... -
Jun 17, 2006 Human Unknown Clorsulon, Ivermectin Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Injection site pain -
Jun 17, 2006 Human Unknown Ceftiofur Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable adverse event; Unclassifiable ad... -
Jun 17, 2006 Human Unknown Amoxicillin, Clavulanate Unclassifiable adverse event; Accidental exposure; Rash -

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.