Ivermectin is now available over the counter in some US states. What is it used for?

Ivermectin is now available over the counter in some US states. What is it used for?

By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Ivermectin can now be purchased in Idaho just like Tylenol or ibuprofen, without the need for a prescription, after Gov. Brad Little signed a bill into law that permits the deworming medication to be sold over the counter. Two other states, Arkansas and Tennessee, have passed similar legislation. I wanted to understand the impetus — and the science — behind the movement to make ivermectin more accessible. What is ive…

Mastriano Introduces Bill Increasing Ivermectin’s Accessibility - Senator Mastriano

HARRISBURG – In response to the strain of our health care system and the importance of individual liberties, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) introduced legislation allowing ivermectin to be available over the counter (OTC) in Pennsylvania. Ivermectin is a safe and effective medication primarily used to treat parasitic infections, including onchocerciasis (river blindness), strongyloidiasis, scabies and lice. It has a long history of safe use. “Why wo…

Mastriano Introduces Bill Increasing Ivermectin’s Accessibility - Pennsylvania Senate Republicans

HARRISBURG – In response to the strain of our health care system and the importance of individual liberties, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) introduced legislation allowing ivermectin to be available over the counter (OTC) in Pennsylvania. Ivermectin is a safe and effective medication primarily used to treat parasitic infections, including onchocerciasis (river blindness), strongyloidiasis, scabies and lice. It has a long history of safe use. “Why wo…