More than 30 years of adverse event reports related to animal drugs and devices used in animals is now available online as part of the FDA’s commitment to increase transparency. Previously, this detailed level of data was only available via a Freedom of Information Act request. It is now electronically accessible and available for automated searching. < link > The FDA will update the information quarterly to ensure the public has the most current information available about adverse events reported to CVM in relation to animal drugs and devices.
Source: FDA, April 3, 2019. Link.
The FDA anticipates that this increased transparency will help to spur veterinarians, pet owners and other animal care providers, and members of the public to enhance reporting to the FDA or product manufacturers when animals experience adverse events after receiving an animal drug or using a device.