ivermectin

British

/ ˌaɪvəˈmɛktɪn /

noun

a drug that kills parasitic nematode worms, mites, and insects. It is used to treat a variety of parasitic infections in domestic animals and onchocerciasis in humans

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In many cases, one dose of ivermectin or another antiparasitic drug can effectively treat an animal for screwworm.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Even with drugs like ivermectin, treating the parasite can be a labor-intensive process.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Later clinical trials have found no beneficial effect of ivermectin for COVID-19, and the FDA has warned that taking large doses can be dangerous.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2025

Both ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine were held up as miracle cures for Covid but such claims have not been supported by science.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2024

Plaintiff Robert L. Apter said the FDA’s position had caused pharmacists to refuse to honor his ivermectin prescriptions for patients and led to disciplinary proceedings against his medical licenses in Washington state and Arizona.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2024

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