Month: May 2025

Ivermectin has proven its significance in treating a broad spectrum of parasitic diseases. The FDA approved Ivermectin for humans to treat parasitic infections caused by parasitic worms, whipworms, and hookworms. The antiparasitic drug targets a varied range of parasites, including those causing strongyloidiasis, onchocerciasis, lymphatic filariasis, and scabies. The antiviral effect of oral Ivermectin has… Continue reading Ivermectin vs Other Antiparasitic Drugs: Effectiveness and Comparisons

Ivermectin is primarily used to treat onchocerciasis (river blindness) strongyloidiasis (intestinal infection) and other worm infections. It is an anthelmintic drug that is prescribed for various parasitic infections. It works against infections by interfering with the muscle and nerve functions of worms, paralyzing and then killing them. Significance of Understanding Resistance in Treatment Efficacy It… Continue reading Ivermectin Resistance Overview: Understanding Mechanisms and Impacts